Registered Nurse - SAFE
About The Position
United Health Services is seeking a Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) Registered Nurse to provide compassionate, trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and human trafficking. In this highly specialized role, the SAFE RN delivers comprehensive medical-forensic services, conducts forensic examinations, collects and preserves evidence, administers prophylactic medications, and supports patients through every step of their care journey with dignity, empathy, and professionalism. Working in accordance with New York State Department of Health guidelines, the SAFE RN collaborates closely with physicians, victim advocates, law enforcement, and other community partners to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care. This rewarding opportunity is ideal for a Registered Nurse who is passionate about patient advocacy, crisis intervention, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals and families.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (ADN or BSN).
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New York.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in Emergency Nursing, Critical Care, Women’s Health, or Pediatrics preferred.
- Current BLS required.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Emotional resilience.
- Strict adherence to patient confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently under high-stress conditions.
- Must have successfully completed the NYS Department of Health-approved 40-hour SAFE training curriculum (or be willing to complete it within 3 months of hire).
- Completion of required clinical preceptorship hours and pelvic examination competencies as mandated by NYS DOH for official SAFE designation.
Nice To Haves
- ACLS, PALS, SANE-A, AFN-C, LNCC preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and human trafficking.
- Deliver comprehensive medical-forensic services.
- Conduct forensic examinations.
- Collect and preserve evidence.
- Administer prophylactic medications.
- Support patients through every step of their care journey with dignity, empathy, and professionalism.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, victim advocates, law enforcement, and other community partners to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons
- Voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
- PTO starts accruing from day one.
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Access to financial advisors
- Up to $400/year in wellness rewards
- 24/7 EAP counseling
- Virtual mental health support
- Food pantry
- PTO donation program
- Professional attire through the Classy Closet
- Access to 100,000+ online courses
- Leadership programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Clinical ladders
- Internal mobility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
