Job Description

Forensic Nurse Examiner-PRN- Varies shifts at Luminis Health summary:

The Forensic Nurse Examiner provides specialized medical forensic examinations and compassionate care to victims of sexual assault. Responsibilities include conducting thorough trauma assessments, evidence collection following legal protocols, and maintaining detailed forensic documentation. The role requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and supporting victims through emotional and legal processes.

Position Overview:

The Forensic Nurse Examiner will provide specialized care utilizing medical forensic examinations for victims of sexual assault.

Essential Functions:

1. Provide timely, non-judgmental, compassionate care to patients with a complaint of sexual assault utilizing the nursing process.
2. Perform a complete medical forensic exam including but not limited to: obtaining a detailed history for the purpose of treatment/evidence collection, completing a detailed head-to-toe assessment looking for trauma.
3. Complete documentation of the forensic record to include use of digital photography for identification/documentation of injuries.
4. Provides evidence collection while maintaining chain of custody according to regulatory guidelines.
5. Administer and/or oversee all medications per program protocol.
6. Provides emotional and social support resources.
7. Maintain expertise and current knowledge in performing medical forensic exams related to forensic science, trauma informed care, current legal laws and statues, any changing evidence collection procedures and emerging trends.
8. Participate in professional development, community education and prevention efforts, staff meetings and educational opportunities.
9. Maintain a professional, collaborative working relationship with multidisciplinary team to include, but not limited to: law enforcement, state’s attorney, crime lab.
10. Provides fact/expert witness testimony as required

Educational/Experience Requirements:

BSN Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

2 years of clinical experience as RN.

Ability to work autonomously with excellent communication and customer service skills. In addition, must also work well with multi-disciplinary team and peers.

Rotating on call shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays

Required License/Certifications :

Current RN License in state of MD or compact state

Current FNE-A (designates FNE – Adult, certification) and/or International Association of Forensic Nurses SANE-A certification, obtained within one year.

Current BLS, TNCC preferred

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands:

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Demands -

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.

Pay Range

$30—$45 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
*Benefit offerings based on employment status

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Keywords:

forensic nursing, sexual assault examination, medical forensic exam, evidence collection, trauma assessment, SANE certification, patient care, nursing process, forensic documentation, collaborative healthcare

Job Tags

Full time, Relief, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift,

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