Forensic Nurse Expert – SANE-P Specialty

Ignite HR Solutions and our Clients

3d•Remote

About The Position

The Forensic Nurse Expert – SANE Specialty provides expert opinions and professional reports to attorneys in criminal and civil matters. The Forensic Nurse Expert – SANE Specialty is expected to represent the company in a manner that is professional and reputable.

Requirements

Current IAFN SANE certification in either Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics (while available), or its equivalent, demonstrated by meeting all of the following:
Active clinical practice conducting sexual assault medical-forensic examinations of at least 100 hours of practice per year, including direct patient care as a SANE, teaching/precepting SANEs, participating in peer review of SANE cases, or providing direction/consultation for SANE cases, including telehealth
Completion of an accredited 40-hour Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics didactic course or completion of an accredited 64-hour combined Adult/Adolescent and Pediatrics didactic course
Successful completion of a documented Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics clinical preceptorship or accredited clinical skills course
Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience
Registered Nurse license that is current and free of any negative history
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related field
Spoken Communication - Fluent in English, with clear articulation and professional delivery.
Written Communication- Written reports must be high quality, fluent and free of grammatical errors or plagiarism.
Public Speaking - Must be comfortable with public speaking and able to deliver a presentation or testimony without outward signs of anxiety.
Professional attire during client interactions, both in and out of the courtroom, is required. This includes conservative jewelry and minimal fragrances. Tattoos must be able to be concealed when professional courtroom attire or speaking engagements are required.
Clean background check, including criminal record
Access to high-speed internet connection in work environment
Must be able to sit at computers for long periods of time.
Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients
Must be able to see details on computer screen and read printed materials

Nice To Haves

Current IAFN SANE certification in either Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics
Current relevant state SANE certification in either Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics
Current Academy of Forensic Nursing GFN-C or AFN-C certification
Other specialized education, training and experience in forensic areas including, but not limited to child abuse, strangulation, gunshot wounds or homicide.
It is desirable that the SANE FNE obtain a second specialty area as per the requirements set by Godoy Medical Forensics.
It is highly recommended that the nurse obtain a Certification in Forensic Nursing, and start that program within six (6) months of employment.
Emergency Room, Trauma, or ICU experience
Testimony experience
Public speaking experience

Responsibilities

Case review – The nurse will be required to review pertinent discovery in criminal and civil matters, provide verbal consultation with attorneys and offer opinions including, but not limited to, those that relate to medical conditions, traumatic injuries, and medication affects.
Written reports – The nurse must be capable of writing professional reports, citing credible resources and produce a product that is free of grammatical mistakes and plagiarism.
Testimony – The nurse must be willing to provide testimony in-person and remotely. The nurse must be willing to travel 1-2 times per month, with limited notice, including out of state, with full compensation for travel and travel time.
Sales/Marketing – The nurse may be asked to deliver presentations and exhibit at conferences for lead generation and company growth and development.
Other tasks may include preparation of chronologies, locating and screening experts, and general assistance of other staff.