Forensic Nurse Examiner- PRN- D/N

Luminis Health • Annapolis, MD

17h • $30 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

The Forensic Nurse Examiner will provide specialized care utilizing medical forensic examinations for victims of sexual assault. This role involves providing timely, non-judgmental, compassionate care to patients with a complaint of sexual assault, performing complete medical forensic exams, and collecting evidence while maintaining chain of custody. The examiner will also administer medications, provide emotional and social support, and maintain current knowledge in forensic science, trauma-informed care, and legal statutes. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, including law enforcement and the state's attorney, is essential, and the role may require providing expert witness testimony.

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.
• Must also work well with multi-disciplinary team and peers.
• Current RN License in state of MD or compact state
• Current BLS
• Rotating on call shifts including days, nights, weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

• TNCC preferred
• International Association of Forensic Nurses SANE-A certification, obtained within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, non-judgmental, compassionate care to patients with a complaint of sexual assault utilizing the nursing process.
• 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.
• Complete documentation of the forensic record to include use of digital photography for identification/documentation of injuries.
• Provides evidence collection while maintaining chain of custody according to regulatory guidelines.
• Administer and/or oversee all medications per program protocol.
• Provides emotional and social support resources.
• 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.
• Participate in professional development, community education and prevention efforts, staff meetings and educational opportunities.
• Maintain a professional, collaborative working relationship with multidisciplinary team to include, but not limited to: law enforcement, state’s attorney, crime lab.
• Provides fact/expert witness testimony as required

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level