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Developing trauma care systems: the trauma nurse coordinator.

M Beachley1, S Snow, P Trimble

  • 1Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems, Baltimore.

The Journal of Nursing Administration
|July 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Trauma nursing is a recognized specialty. This article details the crucial role and functions of the trauma nurse coordinator in managing and delivering trauma care within emergency medical services systems.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Administration
  • Trauma Care Systems
  • Emergency Medical Services

Background:

  • Emergency medical services and trauma care systems present opportunities for nurse administrators.
  • Professional practice models for trauma care can be implemented in hospital nursing departments.
  • Previous article provided an overview of trauma care and nursing department functions.

Observation:

  • Trauma nursing is increasingly recognized as a distinct specialty.
  • The role of the trauma nurse coordinator is vital in trauma care delivery.
  • Effective organization and provision of trauma care require specific nursing expertise.

Findings:

  • Trauma nursing is a specialized field requiring dedicated roles.
  • The trauma nurse coordinator plays a key part in organizing trauma care.

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  • Nursing departments in trauma centers benefit from defined roles for trauma care.

    • Implications:

    • Establishing specialized roles like the trauma nurse coordinator enhances trauma care quality.
    • Nurse administrators can leverage trauma care systems to advance nursing practice.
    • Recognizing trauma nursing as a specialty supports professional development and improved patient outcomes.