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Trauma Nurse Educator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Trauma Nurse Coordinator serves as a clinical leader, educator, patient advocate, and quality improvement specialist responsible for coordinating and supporting all aspects of the trauma program.

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION: Bachelor's degree in nursing is required. Master's degree in Nursing or ... Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health ...

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION: Bachelor's degree in nursing is required. Master's degree in Nursing or ... Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health ...

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION: Bachelor's degree in nursing is required. Master's degree in Nursing or ... Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health ...

RN Educator Trauma

Salem, VA · On-site

$36.90 - $55.35/hr

Apply today for our RN Educator Trauma opportunity. Job Summary and Qualifications As an RN Trauma Educator, you will strengthen trauma care across the continuum by preparing teams with the skills ...

RN Educator Trauma

Salem, VA · On-site

$36.90 - $55.35/hr

Apply today for our RN Educator Trauma opportunity. Job Summary and Qualifications As an RN Trauma Educator, you will strengthen trauma care across the continuum by preparing teams with the skills ...

RN Educator Trauma

Salem, VA · On-site

$36.90 - $55.35/hr

Apply today for our RN Educator Trauma opportunity. Job Summary and Qualifications As an RN Trauma Educator, you will strengthen trauma care across the continuum by preparing teams with the skills ...

RN Educator Trauma

Salem, VA · On-site

$36.90 - $55.35/hr

Apply today for our RN Educator Trauma opportunity. Job Summary and Qualifications As an RN Trauma Educator, you will strengthen trauma care across the continuum by preparing teams with the skills ...

RN Educator Trauma

Salem, VA · On-site

$36.90 - $55.35/hr

Apply today for our RN Educator Trauma opportunity. Job Summary and Qualifications As an RN Trauma Educator, you will strengthen trauma care across the continuum by preparing teams with the skills ...

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How much do trauma nurse educator jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for trauma nurse educator in the United States is $102,263.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $123,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a trauma nurse educator?

Trauma Nurse Educators are registered nurses who specialize in educating and training nursing staff in trauma care. They develop and deliver educational programs, provide hands-on instruction, and ensure that nursing teams are up-to-date with the latest trauma protocols and best practices. Their role is vital in improving patient outcomes by enhancing the skills and knowledge of trauma care teams. Trauma Nurse Educators often work in hospitals, trauma centers, and academic settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote quality and safety in trauma care.

How does a trauma nurse educator collaborate with clinical staff to improve trauma care practices?

A Trauma Nurse Educator works closely with clinical teams, including nurses, physicians, and ancillary staff, to assess educational needs and implement evidence-based training programs. They often lead in-services, simulation exercises, and debriefings after trauma cases to foster continuous learning. Regular collaboration ensures that protocols remain current and staff are confident in their roles during high-pressure situations. This team-based approach not only enhances patient outcomes but also supports professional development within the trauma unit.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a trauma nurse educator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trauma Nurse Educator, you need advanced clinical expertise in trauma nursing, a current RN license, and typically a BSN or MSN with additional certifications like TNCC or CEN. Familiarity with educational technologies, simulation equipment, and learning management systems is crucial for effective teaching and training. Exceptional communication, leadership, and mentoring skills set standout educators apart in guiding both new and experienced nurses. These skills and qualifications ensure the delivery of high-quality trauma education, which directly impacts patient outcomes and staff competency in critical care environments.

What is the difference between Trauma Nurse Educator vs Emergency Department Nurse?

Trauma Nurse EducatorEmergency Department Nurse
Focuses on training staff and community on trauma care protocolsProvides direct patient care in emergency situations
Typically requires trauma nursing experience and certificationRequires emergency nursing experience and certifications like ACLS, PALS
Works mainly in hospitals, educational settings, or training programsWorks in hospital emergency departments or urgent care centers

While both roles require trauma nursing expertise and certifications, a Trauma Nurse Educator primarily focuses on education and training, whereas an Emergency Department Nurse provides direct patient care in urgent situations.

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Infographic showing various Trauma Nurse Educator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,263 per year, or $49.2 per hour.

Trauma Nurse Coordinator

Erie, PA

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


UPMC Hamot rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

339th of 1,066 rated hospitals


Job description

Full-Time Trauma Nurse Coordinator | UPMC Hamot

Monday-Friday | Day Shift

Join a dedicated and collaborative team committed to advancing trauma care across our region. The Trauma Services Department works closely with trauma surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, nursing staff, hospital leadership, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the highest quality care for injured patients. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact patient outcomes beyond the bedside while contributing to trauma care improvements at the hospital, system, state, and national levels.

The Trauma Nurse Coordinator serves as a clinical leader, educator, patient advocate, and quality improvement specialist responsible for coordinating and supporting all aspects of the trauma program. Working in partnership with the Trauma Medical Director, Trauma Program Administrator, and multidisciplinary teams, the Trauma Nurse Coordinator helps ensure the delivery of timely, evidence-based, and patient-centered trauma care across the continuum of treatment.

This position plays a critical role in trauma program operations, performance improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, injury prevention efforts, and trauma education. The coordinator collaborates with physicians, nurses, ancillary departments, and community partners to promote optimal patient outcomes and maintain adherence to trauma center standards established by the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation (PTSF) and other accrediting organizations.

As an integral member of the Trauma Services team, the Trauma Nurse Coordinator provides leadership through clinical expertise, educational initiatives, quality improvement activities, and community outreach programs designed to improve trauma care and reduce preventable injuries. This role offers the opportunity to influence the future of trauma services while supporting excellence in patient care, professional development, and community engagement.

Title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.
Responsibilities:

  • Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of cultural differences and holds peers accountable for healthy relationships.
  • Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life.
  • Models safe work hours, time management and healthy lifestyle.
  • Communicates with peers and management any safety hazards identified in the workplace.
  • Participates in the development of nursing policies related to the care of the trauma patient.
  • Develops, recommends, and administers policies to provide direction and oversight necessary to insure an efficient and effective patient care and/or services.
  • Establishes and maintains effective work relationship with members of the health care team in order to coordinate and facilitate the delivery of optimal trauma patient care.
  • Serves as a member of related in-hospital, regional, state, and national trauma related committees upon request.
  • Orients new staff as requested.
  • Coordinates activities with the Trauma Program Medical Director and Trauma Program Administrator to facilitate overall quality and consistency
  • Develop and maintain a set of quality indicators for the trauma program to insure that staff in all departments dealing I the care of the trauma patient is knowledgeable about the hospital trauma program and standards of care.
  • Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, nonphysician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
  • Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
  • Critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of the nursing process.
  • Facilitates multidisciplinary performance improvement activities in relation to trauma patient care and outcomes.
  • Develops conceptual framework in collaboration with managers and other staff members to encourage staff development.
  • Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care.
  • Aggregates information and data related to trauma care delivery system to insure accurate tracking and trending of trauma data.
  • Creates a caring and compassionate patient focused experience by building healthy relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
  • Maintains all performance improvement documentation including but not limited to patient performance files, mortality and morbidity, and practice guidelines.
  • Manages the data flow process for concurrent quality issues and directs each to appropriate personnel.
  • Assists with organizational preparation of the PTSF survey and application process.
  • Monitors compliance with the PTSF standards related to quality of care.
  • Management of the Pennsylvania Outcomes and Performance Improvement Measurement System (POPIMS).
  • Participates in scholarly activities including writing for publication, abstracts, or poster presentations at conferences.
  • Collaborates with the Trauma Medical Director and Trauma Program Administrator to develop and maintain a set of quality indicators for the trauma program.

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    ntegrates trauma quality improvement with the hospital quality program.

  • Reviews PTSF quarterly reports and indicates trends for review.
  • Maintains credentialing data on all trauma practitioners.
  • Performs concurrent medical record monitoring and data collection.
  • Ensures that all components of the trauma program meet the quality assurance standards as established by the hospital.
  • Graduate of an approved school of nursing for registered nurses
  • BSN Required
  • MSN Preferred
  • Minimum 3 years clinical nursing experience
  • Minimum 1 year trauma clinical nursing experience
    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  • Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse license or eligible for State Board Licensure.
  • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Act 34

*Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran


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