Trauma Coordinator Nurse Career Guide

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Overview

Trauma Coordinator Registered Nurses (RNs) play a critical role in ensuring the seamless and effective care of patients who have suffered traumatic injuries. If you're passionate about emergency care and have a keen sense of organization, a career as a Trauma Coordinator RN might be an ideal fit for you.

Trauma Coordinator RNs are responsible for coordinating and overseeing

Education

To become a Trauma Coordinator RN, you need to complete an accredited nursing program, which can be a diploma, associate's degree (ASN) or bachelor's degree (BSN) in nursing. These programs typically take 2 to 4 years to complete.

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Related certifications

After completing your nursing program, you must pass the NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses) to obtain your RN license. Experience in emergency care, critical care, or trauma nursing is highly beneficial for this role.

State licenses process and requirements

All 50 states require state licensure to become a professional nurse. Review the step-by-step process to obtain or renew your RN license in each one.
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Skills

Success in this specialty demands strong organizational and communication skills, critical thinking and the ability to manage high-stress situations. Trauma Coordinator RNs must be skilled at coordinating care across departments and communicating effectively with medical teams, patients and families.

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Responsibilities

Trauma Coordinator RNs work closely with medical teams to ensure prompt and appropriate care for trauma patients. They collaborate on patient assessment, care planning, coordination of interventions and follow-up care. They also play a key role in trauma education and prevention efforts.

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Trauma Coordinator Nurse
$1,710-2,533/week

The average salary for a Trauma Coordinator Nurse is $2,106.39 per week.

Last updated on May 8, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Pros & Cons

Becoming a Trauma Coordinator RN offers numerous rewards. You get to make a meaningful impact on the lives of trauma patients by ensuring they receive timely and effective care. This role also offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

However, the job can be emotionally taxing, as you may witness severe injuries and challenging patient cases. The fast-paced and high-pressure nature

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Trauma Coordinator Nurse Jobs


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Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma Coordinator

  • HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland
  • Pearland, TX

$36-50/hour

Posted 8 days ago
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Trauma Coordinator

  • HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe
  • Conroe, TX
  • Nights, Flexible

$34-47/hour

Posted 11 days ago
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, Trauma Coordinator

  • HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood
  • Kingwood, TX
  • Nights, Flexible

$34-47/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma Coordinator

  • Medical City Weatherford
  • Weatherford, TX

$66K-96K/year

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