Forensic Nurse Examiner
4 weeks ago
General Summary
Providing objective forensic medical evaluation following the scope and standards of forensic nursing practice. The medical forensic exam is an examination of a patient impacted by violence or neglect. The registered nurse performing the examination is required to have specialized education and clinical experience in the collection of forensic evidence and public health concerns to assist in the treatment of these patients.
Duties and Responsibilities
Gathers information from the patient for the medical forensic history; an examination; coordinating treatment of injuries, documentation of biological and physical findings, and collection of evidence from the patient; documentation of findings; information, treatment, and referrals. The exam is referred to as the "forensic medical examination" under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Provides courtroom testimony when required.
Assists other disciplines with forensic care concerns when necessary.
Uses a multidisciplinary approach when providing forensic care.
Common Expectations:
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient
population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides
direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as
well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control
standards.
Enhances professional growth and development through advanced/continuing education to maintain up-to-date
knowledge, skills, and competencies.
Responsible for the care and maintenance of department/entity equipment and supplies.
Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement
and innovation.
Required for All Jobs:
Performs other related duties as identified.
WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.
WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Physical Demands:
Standing - Frequently
Walking - Frequently
Sitting - Occasionally
Carrying/Lifting - Occasionally (50lbs)
Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally (50lbs)
Kneeling/Crouching - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Hearing - Frequently
Repetitive Motions - Occasionally
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Occasionally
Working Environment:
Occupational Hazards - Occasionally
Bloodborne Pathogen - Exposure
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Associates Degree Required
Bachelors Degree Preferred
Work Experience:
2 years Emergency department or equivalent acute care experience. Required
Licenses:
Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
Heartsaver CPR/AED Upon Hire Required
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Adult/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred and
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Pediatric/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred
Courses and Training:
Certification in appropriate nursing specialty. Upon Hire Preferred
Employment Benefits
Sign-on incentives for new employees
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and accidental death insurance
Supplemental life insurance
Retirement savings plan
Paid time off (PTO)
PTO bridging
Short-term disability
Educational assistance
Forgivable loan
Flexible spending
Credit union
Employee recreational activities
Childcare
Complimentary medicine discounts
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