Job Description

General Summary

Under general supervision, plans, implements, evaluates, and tracks outcomes of educational programs for Maryland’s citizens regarding prevention of traumatic injuries.  Provides information and education to the community about services provided by the Shock Trauma Center for severely injured patients. In addition, proactively develops relationships with state and county agencies, the State’s Attorney’s offices, judges, parole and probations, drunk driving monitors, departments of juvenile justice, school systems, and other agencies for the purpose of prevention education, representing the Center for Injury Prevention and Policy. Actively conducts research on methods utilized and evaluation of programming.

Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  These are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

Manages daily clinical operations to ensure program policies and protocols are being implemented.  Works with team members to promote effective communication, mandatory compliance requirements, and adherence to standards of best practice.Identifies education needs related to prevention education in the community. Develops program goals, objectives and strategies.In collaboration with the UMMS Foundation is accountable for obtaining grants, administering funding, monitoring progress, and submitting all reports.Creates and coordinates community outreach and prevention programs for targeted populations.Develops measurement and evaluation tools to monitor effectiveness of prevention programsServes as community spokesperson for the STC Center for Injury Prevention and Policy, and develops relationships with the local media to obtain coverage of prevention activities.Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, physicians, department managers and administration throughout the R Adams Cowley STC and external contacts to advance the goals of the CIPP.Participates in legislative efforts that impact trauma/injury prevention.Prepares for reviews by the American College of Surgeons, MIEMSS and other regulatory agencies maintaining PARC standards and regulations. Plans and implements measurements to determine the effectiveness and impact of programs.Collaborates closely with MIEMSS in developing, monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of injury prevention programs and public education programs. Maintains all regulatory standards regarding prevention and community outreach by MIEMSS for PARC designation.Oversees program data collection, management and outcome evaluation and IRB processSupervises interns, students, and/or volunteers. Leads the Nursing Council on PreventionFunctions as program supervisor for the Trauma Prevention Program.  Responsible for component services representing the programs, identifying key contacts, establishing relationships, and networking with community and state leaders.Supervises program staff: completes performance evaluations, facilitates team meetings, reviews documentation, identifies professional development needs, maintains written records, and holds staff accountable for assigned job duties.  Conducts community site visits as needed to supervise employees, evaluates program services delivery, and facilitates working relationships.Provides clinical leadership to program staff as needed: co-facilitates presentations including, but not limited to, the Drinking Driver Monitor Program, the At-Risk Teen Program, and the School Trauma Prevention Presentations.Works directly with the Clinical Practice and Professional Development Department to identify and address staff’s professional development needs with regards to Trauma Informed/Engaged Care.Meets with Program Director monthly to discuss job performance and areas of professional development.Company Description

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's in Nursing or Master’s degree in allied health field required;Licensure as a Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, or LMSW is required.A minimum of five years of experience as a health care provider in trauma or related areas is required. Community health or prevention experience preferred.Experience with scientific research and publication recommended.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of the laws regarding patient confidentiality and the release of patient information.A high level of proficiency and demonstrated effectiveness in issue identification, data gathering, problem structuring, analytical skill, response to problem shifts, and developing recommendations.Demonstrated skill in project planning, project management, self-management, and managing team membersDemonstrated skill in developing and maintaining customer relations and customer satisfaction including, sensitivity to customer perspectives and needs, commitment to and consistency in customer development, treating providers with courtesy, professionalism, and respect, building business partnerships, collaborating with others, valuing and integrating diversity, and demonstrating integrity.Demonstrated skill in effective oral and written communications.Highly effective organizational and interpersonal skills.Identifies education needs related to prevention education in the community. Develops program  goals, objectives, and strategies.Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

Pay Range: $44.76-$67.18Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide