The role of the trauma nurse leader in a pediatric trauma center.
The trauma nurse leader role was developed by a group of trauma surgeons, hospital administrators, and emergency department and trauma leaders at Nationwide Children's Hospital who recognized the need for the development of a core group of nurses who provided expert trauma care. The intent was to provide an experienced group of nurses who could identify and resolve issues in the trauma room. Through increased education, exposure, mentoring, and professional development, the trauma nurse leader role has become an essential part of the specialized pediatric trauma care provided at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Wurster
Lee Ann
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Nationwide Children's Hospital, Emergency Department, Columbus, Ohio 43205, USA. wurster2@hotmail.com
Coffey
Carla
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Haley
Kathy
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Covert
Julia
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