Forensic Nurse Examiner - Part Time

Valley Health • Winchester, VA

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About The Position

The Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) provides medico-legal consultative and healthcare services, and works at the healthcare, legal system, and community-level. The FNE role is collaborative, and is part of a formal multidisciplinary investigative team process. The FNE possesses specialized knowledge in the healthcare management of victims and suspects, evidence collection, forensic documentation, and expertise in interpreting non-accidental trauma vs. normal variants, anatomic anomalies, and other/differential diagnoses. The role requires strong clinical skills that include designated medical functions. Key requirements include being available for on-call FNE services, willingness to travel, public speaking, and dedication to stay current in practice through literature review, certification, and continuing education.

Requirements

• Bachelors Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing required
• Completion of a basic-entry into Forensic Nursing course (meeting IAFN educational guidelines) preferred
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a specialized field of nursing (populations: women, infants, or children; emergency, or trauma) required
• Registered Nurse license
• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required
• Current SANE-A or SANE-P certification preferred
• Based on primary state of residency and in accordance with current Virginia Board of Nursing Regulations, must be licensed or eligible to practice pending licensure as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia with either a: Multi-state license, under the Nurse Licensure Compact OR Single-state license, valid in Virginia only.
• New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel required
• Excellent computer skills required
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
• Strong analytical skills required
• Self-directed with ability to work autonomously required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Completion of a basic-entry into Forensic Nursing course (meeting IAFN educational guidelines) preferred
• Current SANE-A or SANE-P certification preferred

Benefits

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development.
• In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees