Forensic Nurse Practitioner (Crime Victims Center)

Shelby County•Memphis, TN

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the direction of the CVRCC Director of Nursing to provide comprehensive nursing care to victims of sexual violence.

Requirements

Two (2) years of experience working in a clinical field.
Graduate of an accredited R.N. program.
Holds a Master’s degree or higher from an accredited Nursing program.
Licensed as an R.N. in the state of Tennessee.
Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse with a certificate of fitness for prescribing in the state of Tennessee.
Certified through ANCC or AANP as a Nurse Practitioner.
Must possess a valid Tennessee Driver’s License or secure one by date of employment.
Must have daily access to an operable automobile and meet County requirements for automobile insurance as of date of employment.
Must be able to travel to other clinics and hospitals across the county.
Must be able to respond effectively to crisis situations.
Must be accessible 24 hours; 7 days a week.
Includes the availability to work any vacant on-call shifts.
Expert knowledge in the principles of nursing and ability to function independently in a clinical setting.
Ability to assess victims of sexual violence and determine their physical and psychosocial needs.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally with victims, family members, law enforcement, personnel from other agencies, and staff.
Ability to operate independently and intervene effectively in crisis situations.
Ability to provide individualized, compassionate, professional, and culturally sensitive care to victims and make appropriate decisions in a timely manner.
Ability to operate and maintain medical and technological equipment including colposcopies, digital cameras, digital recording systems, alternate light source, and microscopes.
Ability to provide trauma informed care to victims and individuals from diverse backgrounds and situations.
Ability to use good judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Proficient knowledge of electronic Medical Records, Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Nice To Haves

Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner certification.

Responsibilities

Interviews victims of sexual violence for histories of assault.
Performs physical exams of adults and children and documents accurately.
Correctly documents injuries, pertinent physical findings, and child development through clear digital photographs on agency camera.
Collects evidence from victims.
Correctly packages this evidence, following standard chain of evidence procedure.
Provides age appropriate nursing care, regulated by the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act.
Provides prophylactic treatment for certain STDs and pregnancy, utilizing standard medical protocol.
Collaborates with the Director of Nursing, hospital clinicians, local Law Enforcement agencies and area victim advocates in the comprehensive care of the sexual assault patient.
Assists in designing, creating and conducting trainings on CVRCC procedure for various law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, Department of Children’s Services, hospitals and other appropriate community agencies.
Refers for emergency care and follow-up as appropriate.
Testifies as an expert witness in Criminal, Juvenile, and Federal Courts.
Participates in the training of nurses and physicians.
Maintains confidential case files with appropriate documentation and physical security systems.
Maintains necessary CEU requirements for RN / ANP licensure and SANE certifications.
Performs other related duties as required or directed.