Forensic Nurse Examiner- Family Justice Center

Frederick County Government•Winchester Hall - Frederick, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forensic Nurse Examiner – Family Justice Center program is essential to the successful operation of the Frederick County Family Justice Center (FJC) and to the safety, health, and recovery of survivors of intimate partner violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. This position ensures timely access to specialized, trauma-informed medical forensic care including a comprehensive assessment, collection of specimens, detailed documentation, and developing a plan of care. As a core component of the Family Justice Center model, the Forensic Nurse Examiner will provide client-centered medical assessments in a safe, confidential setting, minimizing trauma and providing options for ongoing care and resources. Supervision will be provided by the Child Advocacy Department Head. NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate. Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Nursing program.
2 years of experience providing professional nursing services in a clinical, public health, school health, or community health setting caring for survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, child maltreatment, human trafficking, elder abuse, or a related field
Current Registered Nurse license through the Maryland State Board of Nursing
Current active Maryland Board of Nursing – Forensic Nurse Examiner Adult/Pediatric certification.
Ability to successfully complete BLS provider course (e.g. American Red Cross, Heart Association, etc.)
Knowledge of current health conditions and trends, and current technical nursing methods and medical terminology
Knowledge of methods of measuring treatment outcomes
Knowledge of trauma informed care for children, youth, and adults
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and requirements regarding medical-forensic nursing practice
Ability to apply research findings and outcome data to improve clinical practice
Math and clerical skills including the ability to accurately compile, review and analyze detailed statistics and medical information
Ability to compile, prepare, and maintain health records and program documentation
Knowledge of medical billing and coding
Ability to make clinical decisions regarding comprehensive client care
Crisis intervention management skills
Available to respond on-call as essential personnel in the event of an emergency situation
Ability to provide own transportation to meetings, and other commitments
This position is subject to random drug testing excluding marijuana
Available for varied working schedule as needed

Nice To Haves

Work experience in a pediatric healthcare environment
Secondary language skills in Spanish
Current child/adolescent certifications such as pediatric nursing, maternal child health nursing, etc.

Responsibilities

Provide trauma-informed forensic medical examinations for survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, domestic violence, child abuse, and human trafficking in accordance with best practices and professional standards.
Conduct comprehensive medical-forensic assessments, detailed documentation of findings, treatment, and referrals, creating a plan of care to address both immediate and long-term health needs of survivors
Conduct health assessments, evaluate health concerns, and provide direct nursing care, treatments, and medication administration as needed.
Provide clinical oversight to nursing students and registered nurses in training and individuals in a medical accompaniment role
Collect, document, preserve, and maintain specimens which may be used in legal proceedings.
Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely medical and forensic documentation in compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements
Provide crisis intervention, education, and emotional support to survivors during medical-forensic examinations, ensuring informed consent and survivor-centered decision-making
Collaborate with partners, including law enforcement, survivor advocates, prosecutors, child protective services, and other medical providers to ensure coordinated, timely, and victim-centered health needs are addressed
Participate as a core member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), contributing medical expertise to case coordination, safety planning, and system response discussions.
Provide consultation and testimony, as needed
Leads and collaborates with all internal and external stakeholders in the development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of Family Justice Center clinic setting standards, policies, procedures, and clinical protocols related to medical-forensic services
Educate individuals, families, staff, and stakeholders regarding health conditions including but not limited to medications, treatments, safety practices, and available resources
Coordinate care with families, healthcare providers, educators, caregivers, and community agencies to support continuity of services and positive health outcomes in accordance with nursing practice standards
Participate in structured peer review and expert review through established systems meeting requirements of practice standards
Maintain continuing education in the medical-forensic nursing field
Support prevention and education efforts by providing training and consultation to partners, County staff, and community stakeholders on trauma-informed care, medical-forensic considerations, and other related expertise
Maintain health supplies, equipment, medications, and inventory necessary to support safe and effective nursing operations
Provide leadership, consultation, and clinical expertise to support assigned programs, facilities, schools, or service locations
Perform other related duties as required

Benefits

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan).
Full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan