Trauma Nurse Fellow in San Antonio, Texas at University Health System- San Antonio
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Job Description
University Health is Bexar County and South Texas' first health system to earn Magnet status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet hospitals and health systems offer patients reassurance that they are being cared for by a team with a proven track record for providing excellent care and positive outcomes for their patients.
University Hospital still serves as the primary teaching facility for UT Health San Antonio and is the premiere Level I trauma center for South Texas and the region’s only pediatric Level I trauma center. University Hospital is also home to the highest level neonatal intensive care unit and the region’s only Joint Commission accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center.
Why should you work for University Health?
Most up-to-date advancements in nursing
Level I Trauma Center
Teaching Hospital
Nurse Residency Program
RN Loan Repayment Program
Nationally certified nursing staff
Regionally, nationally and internationally recognized
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Follows rotation requirements in advanced trauma leadership skills for one year through provision and coordination of patient care on assigned units. Formulates and manages a plan of care in collaboration with the Trauma Nurse Fellowship and Outreach Manager. Facilitates interaction with all trauma units and disciplines. Mentors and serves as a clinical role model for all staff. Receives mentoring from assigned preceptors.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
RN with at least three years or more nursing experience and one year of critical care experience required. Verification of course completion in accordance with all American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider guidelines is required. BSN highly preferred. Specialty certification is desired. TNCC, ACLS, and PALS are highly preferred or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
LICENSURE
Current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a Registered Nurse is required. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.
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