RN - Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) - PRN

Forensic Nurse Examiner

The Forensic Nurse Examiner provides timely, non-judgmental, compassionate, and trauma-informed care to any victim and/or perpetrator of violence, both intentional and unintentional.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Perform acts that are within the scope of practice as defined by the applicable licensing board.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients as described in unit/department-based competencies, policies, and procedures.
• Accurately assess patient needs and develop/implement/review/maintain a comprehensive care plan.
• Evaluate and provide care as directed to achieve desired patient outcomes for patients newborn thru geriatric.
• Perform quality assurance functions to include maintenance of chain of evidence, documentation appropriateness, referrals, preparing and interpreting reports, and following mandatory reporting requirements.
• Educate the patient/family on physical, emotional and psychosocial aspects of examination, treatment, and care.
• Coordinate the preparedness of documents, testimony, and case facts to be presented as necessary.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation as per Health System/affiliate policy.
• Meet scheduling requirements, including nights, weekends, holidays, and call.
• Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
• Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.

General Responsibilities:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

People Management Responsibilities:

Does this position have people management responsibilities?

Yes No

"Yes" indicates that this position entails overseeing and guiding team members, encompassing employment decisions and/or suggestions, as well as conducting formal performance assessments.

"No" indicates that this position does not involve managing team members.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

• Graduate of accredited RN program.
• Completion of a 64 hour course or two 40 hour IAFN SANE training courses within six months of hire date.
• Minimum of one year of acute care experience.

Required License/Certifications/Registrations

• Current BLS/CPR card from approved provider within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first.
• Current ACLS and PALS within six months of hire date.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing or a compact state.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Preferred License/Certifications/Registrations

• SANE-A and SANE-P

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Basic computer skills.
• Multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, demonstrating an understanding of cultural, educational, and age-related diversity.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Possess compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.

Physical Requirements:

With or without accommodation.

• Medium Work: Occasionally exerting up to 50 lbs - constantly exerting up to 10 lbs. 26-50% of the day may be standing or walking.

We offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day.