Violence and Injury Prevention Registered Nurse RN

Job Description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

This position is responsible for the overall planning, development and oversight of the Trauma Injury Prevention Program.

Responsible for compliance with the American College of Surgeons requirements Trauma Center verification for injury prevention.

This includes working with the Trauma Program Manager to identify major causes of injury in this community, and developing comprehensive outreach, education, and prevention programs to address these.

Top Reasons to Work at Trinity Health of New England :

• Our Mission and Core Values
• Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Award-winning Hospitals and Departments

Work Hours / Shift

Full time 40 hours, primarily Mon-Fri dayshift, but will include some evening and weekend work hours to accommodate meetings and events to help the community and the population we serve.

You Will Be Responsible For

Exceptional Patient Care : Coordinate the Injury Prevention Program(s) for Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center Trauma Program.

Excellent Communicator : Conducts community education programs for diverse populations and coordinate responses to request for injury prevention information.

Strong Educator : Serve as a resource to nursing staff, pre-hospital personnel, and other outside personnel related to trauma care and injury prevention education.

Acts as a liaison to other hospitals and community groups related to trauma prevention

and outreach.

Technical Familiarity : Develop brochures, audiovisual aids and presentation handouts.

Active Teamwork : Recognizes the value and contribution of fellow employees as demonstrated by cooperation and teamwork.

Requirements

• Registered nurse with active CT RN license, BSN required, MSN preferred or Master’s degree required in social work or related field
• Minimum three (3) years experience in injury prevention, community outreach, public health, emergency department or trauma care unit.
• Highly motivated with exceptional interpersonal skills. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computer systems and computer devices (personal computers, terminals, and printers), public speaking.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and be self-directed

About Trinity Health Of New England

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care.

We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Trinity Health Of New England benefits include health insurance, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, sick time, and professional advancement just to name a few.

Employees can also take advantage of extra benefits specific to each hospital.

Step up to your potential. Write your story and apply today!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve.

Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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