RN - Forensic Nurse Examiner

Providence • Anchorage, AK

11d

About The Position

The Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) is responsible for providing the comprehensive medical-forensic examination adult and adolescent patients reporting a history of interpersonal violence, such as sexual assault or domestic violence, including victims and suspects. FNE is accountable for the delivery of quality nursing care to this population according to the individualized needs of the patient by utilizing the nursing process, approved scope and standards, and in accordance with the Alaska Nurse Practice Act. FNE must be competent to assess and analyze patient information and history with an understanding of the cognitive, physical, cultural, emotional/psychosocial, spiritual, and chronological maturation process. FNE must function within an environment of crisis involving sensitive issues, often in conjunction with physical trauma, psychological trauma, and substance use. Accepts and promotes professional development as an integral part of evidence based nursing practice. FNE is responsible to work in collaboration with law enforcement and advocacy agencies to provide quality services to all clients who present for care. FNE develops and maintains good working relationships with team members to ensure the team response is patient centered and sensitive. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Hire Vue system! Up to $10,000 hiring bonus for eligible full-time external hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Alaska Registered Nurse License upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
• 1 year Nursing experience.

Nice To Haves

• Current certification of completion of 40-hour Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) upon hire.
• 16-hour SANE Clinical Skills Lab (CSL training) upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Providing the comprehensive medical-forensic examination adult and adolescent patients reporting a history of interpersonal violence, such as sexual assault or domestic violence, including victims and suspects.
• Delivery of quality nursing care to this population according to the individualized needs of the patient by utilizing the nursing process, approved scope and standards, and in accordance with the Alaska Nurse Practice Act.
• Assess and analyze patient information and history with an understanding of the cognitive, physical, cultural, emotional/psychosocial, spiritual, and chronological maturation process.
• Function within an environment of crisis involving sensitive issues, often in conjunction with physical trauma, psychological trauma, and substance use.
• Work in collaboration with law enforcement and advocacy agencies to provide quality services to all clients who present for care.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with team members to ensure the team response is patient centered and sensitive.

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
• We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
• The Providence family of organizations has a vision of health for a better world. As such, we are called to care wisely for our communities, resources, and earth. Our organizations strive to become carbon negative by 2030.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees