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    Children's Mercy Kansas City

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    Education & Outreach Coord-Trauma & Burn Services

    Kansas City, United StatesRemoteFull-time3–5 yrs experience$35.9 / hourPosted 4w ago
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    Job description

    Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!

    Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

    Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

    Overview

    Responsible for initiating and maintaining education and outreach opportunities supporting the trauma and burn programs within the hospital service area. Serves as an active participant in strengthening existing and forging new partnerships that promote visibility, impact and growth of the trauma and burn education and outreach program. This position will be the primary contact for referral hospitals, EMS agencies and flight services in regards to education and outreach activities. Responsible for initiating and maintaining education and outreach opportunities supporting the trauma and burn programs within the hospital service area. Serves as an active participant in strengthening existing and forging new partnerships that promote visibility, impact and growth of the trauma and burn education and outreach programs.

    At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

    Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

    Responsibilities

    • Identifies and coordinates pediatric trauma and burn education opportunities.
    • Identifies and develops pediatric trauma and burn outreach opportunities within the hospital service area.
    • Provides oversight of education requirements for pediatric trauma and burn program within hospital system.
    • Participates in trauma and burn performance improvement and verification activities supporting education and outreach.
    • Supports the verification and site visit process and other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years experience registered nurse with previous trauma care experience
    • One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas, RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO required upon hire
    • One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri, RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO required upon hire
    • Certified Trauma Nurse
    • Trauma Nursing Core Course Instructor. Certification tracked by department leadership. Required 1 Year
    • Advanced Burn Life Support Providers. Certification tracked by department leadership. Required 1 Year
    • Advanced Burn Life Support Instructor required within 2 years of hire.Certification tracked by department leadership. Required
    • Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire
    • Previous/Current EMS licensure (EMT, EMT-A or EMT-P) or EMS experience Preferred Upon Hire
    • Specialty Certification relevant to unit's patient population (determined by Nurse Manager/Director) Preferred Upon Hire

    Benefits at Children's Mercy

    The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

    Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits.

    Starting Pay

    Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $35.90/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

    Remote Work/Work from Home

    This is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on-site hours at a Children’s Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area.

    EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

    Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

    CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

    If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.

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    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    Children's Mercy Kansas City is a leading pediatric health system providing comprehensive care for children.

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