Trauma Education and Outreach Coordinator

Location: Gulf Coast Medical Center -13681 Doctor's Way Fort Myers FL 33912

Department: Trauma Services - Support

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/ to

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $36.79 - $49.67 / hour

Summary

The Trauma Education and Outreach Coordinator within the Lee Health Trauma System, leads the development and implementation of comprehensive trauma education and outreach programs for staff across all disciplines and facilities within a 5-county region. This role focuses on internal and external education to ensure staff competency, readiness, and alignment with current trauma standards of care. Collaborates with clinical leaders, trauma program staff, and multidisciplinary departments; identifies learning needs; develops curriculum; facilitates simulation-based training; and ensures compliance with the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the Florida Department of Health trauma education requirements. This position requires strategic planning, expertise in curriculum development, and a commitment to advancing trauma care through innovative educational initiatives. Reporting to the Lee Health Director of Trauma Support Services, the Coordinator will design, deliver, and evaluate trauma education programs aimed at enhancing the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals across the continuum of care.

Requirements

Education: Bachelors degree in nursing or related healthcare field required. Masters degree in nursing, Education, or related field preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of trauma, emergency, or critical care clinical experience required. Experience in trauma education, simulation, or clinical staff development preferred.

Certification: Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) provider required; instructor preferred; ATCN or TCAR instructor certification preferred.

License: Current Florida RN license required

Other: Familiarity with ACS and Florida DOH trauma standards, adult learning theory, and evidence-based education design.

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