Advanced RN - Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) - PRN

Advanced RN - Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) - PRN

Join a compassionate healthcare team as a Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE), providing trauma-informed, non-judgmental care to victims and perpetrators of violence across all ages, from newborns to geriatrics. This part-time role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in a supportive environment within the Midwest region of the United States.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver patient care within the scope of nursing practice, adhering to unit competencies, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive care plans.
• Perform quality assurance tasks including maintaining chain of evidence, accurate documentation, referrals, and mandatory reporting.
• Educate patients and families on physical, emotional, and psychosocial aspects related to examinations and treatments.
• Prepare documentation, testimony, and case facts for legal proceedings as needed.
• Maintain timely and precise documentation in compliance with healthcare policies.
• Fulfill scheduling requirements including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call duties.
• Uphold privacy and security regulations concerning Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Foster effective communication and professional relationships with patients, healthcare teams, and external agencies.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse (RN) program.
• Completion of a 64-hour course or two 40-hour IAFN SANE training courses within six months of hire.
• Minimum of one year acute care nursing experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current BLS/CPR certification from an approved provider within 30 days of hire or by orientation end.
• Current ACLS and PALS certifications within six months of hire.
• Registered Nurse license from a compact state or relevant nursing board.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• SANE-A and SANE-P certifications.

Skills and Abilities:

• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization capabilities.
• Effective communication skills with sensitivity to cultural, educational, and age diversity.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.

Physical Requirements:

Medium work involving occasional lifting up to 50 lbs and frequent standing or walking (26-50% of the day). Accommodations available as needed.

This role offers a warm, inclusive environment with benefits such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holiday premium pay, shift differentials, 401k with employer match, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Join a team dedicated to high-quality, compassionate care in the Midwest region.