Registered Nurse (RN) - Forensic Nurse - St. Mary's Hospital

Bon Secours • VA

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About The Position

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities. The Forensic Registered Nurse (RN) will be responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. The Forensic RN will use evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion and skilled communication, leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Nursing
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
• Two years of professional experience practicing as a RN (preferred, not required)

Nice To Haves

• Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE - A) - International Association of Forensic Nurses (preferred, not required)
• Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE - P) - International Association of Forensic Nurses (preferred, not required)
• International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) didactic training for Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner/Forensic Nursing program (preferred, not required)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
• Collect vital signs, administer IV medications, understand charting, and assess patient condition
• Provides episodic care for populations affected by trauma, including those legally defined as victims, suspects, the accused, and perpetrators
• Delivers education to patients, staff, communities, and populations in the prevention, detection, and treatment of the effects of violence
• Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree