SANE Forensic Nurse Examiner RN/RPN - Travel & Impact

Island Health; Duncan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A health authority in British Columbia is seeking a Forensic Nurse Examiner to provide forensic nursing and SANE services to patients. This role requires collaboration with nursing leaders, commitment to ethical practices, and travel between healthcare sites. Candidates must be registered nurses with specific experience in forensic nursing and possess strong communication skills. Flexibility for on-call work is necessary.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Two years recent nursing experience or equivalent.
• Valid BC Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive forensic nursing and SANE to patients.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Nurse Leader.
• Travel as required for patient care.

Skills

Therapeutic interviewing and communication skills

Ethical nursing practice principles

Knowledge of legislation applicable to forensic nursing

Ability to work independently

On-call and evening hours availability

Self-directed learning

Collaboration with health and legal professionals

Organizational and prioritization skills

Operation of job-related equipment

Physical duties of the position

Travel between sites

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN

Two years recent nursing experience

Completion of a recognized Sexual Assault/Forensic Nurse Examiner program

Job description

A health authority in British Columbia is seeking a Forensic Nurse Examiner to provide forensic nursing and SANE services to patients. This role requires collaboration with nursing leaders, commitment to ethical practices, and travel between healthcare sites. Candidates must be registered nurses with specific experience in forensic nursing and possess strong communication skills. Flexibility for on-call work is necessary.