We are seeking a passionate Forensics Registered Nurse, or a Registered Nurse with an interest in Forensics, to join our vital subunit for a permanent, fulltime position. Ideal applicants will be compassionate and empathetic to the patient population this position will serve. They will also be tasked with providing non-judgmental care to victims of trauma and violence, If you are ready to take the next step in your healthcare career, we would love the opportunity to speak with you!

While working in an acute care environment, this position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents nursing care of acute patients. This position provides care in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice, utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under his/her direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data, plan, provide, and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

Feel free to text or email Ollie Sanders for additional details at 949-335-4174 or Ollie.Sanders@Jobot.com.

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As a vital member of our permanent Nursing team, you will be responsible for providing exceptional care to patients in this permanent, full-time position. We offer competitive compensation and a healthy benefits package, as well as a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

Schedule: 3x12s with call required

Responsibilities

• Forensic Nurse Examiners (FNE) provide evidence-based, timely, non-judgmental care to victims of trauma and violence, to include but not limited to Intimate Partner Violence, Child Abuse and Neglect, Strangulation, Elder Abuse and Neglect, and Sexual Assault and Abuse
• Essential duties include medical-forensic assessments, examinations, patient care, injury description and documentation, and DNA and/or trace evidence collection, per Forensic Nursing Services (FNS) program policies and procedures, medical standing orders, and memorandums of understanding with partnering law enforcement and advocacy agencies
• Develops discharge plans of care that address the patients' needs and contain appropriate referrals
• Additionally, Forensic Nurses communicate with law enforcement, OCS, and advocacy when appropriate, and provide expert testimony in court when subpoenaed

Additional qualifications:

• Professional certification in SANE-A and/or SANE-P preferred, or ability to obtain such within a timeframe to be determined at time of hire.
• Ability to perform independent work and make high-judgment, evidence-based decisions
• Ability to perform work effectively within a team/group setting
• Proficient computer literacy skills
• Must demonstrate the ability to respectfully and compassionately communicate with patients, their family members and/or support people, other personnel, law enforcement officers, victim advocates, and physicians

If you are a highly motivated and skilled Nurse looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply for this position. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth and development.