Forensic Nurse: Sexual Offence Examiner (SARC)

Mountain Healthcare; Penrith; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Mountain Healthcare in Cumbria is seeking a Sexual Offence Examiner (RN, Midwife or Paramedic) to provide holistic care to victims of sexual assault. You will receive training to become a qualified Forensic Practitioner, with opportunities for further education after one year in-post.

This role is based at The Cumbria SARC with 12-hour shifts (09:00–21:00) on a rota covering 24/7, 365 days per year. A UK driving licence is required for travel between SARC sites.

Qualifications

• Qualified Registered Nurse, Midwife, Paramedic.
• A minimum of 3 years + relevant post qualification experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and adults.
• Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality.
• Phlebotomy skills.
• Experience of autonomous working.
• Because of the nature of the Sexual Offence Examiner, applications are invited from females only.
• UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Advanced DBS and level 2 Police vetting will be required.

Responsibilities

• Forensic examinations and obtaining forensic exhibits.
• Develop Forensic strategies according to FFLM guidelines.
• Actively working in partnership with external MDTs and Police.
• 1st point of contact for victims, Police and Social Services to discuss referral pathways.
• Manage and promote the self- referral pathway.
• Undertaking holistic assessments including sexual health, mental health, and safeguarding.
• Producing individual management plans.
• Supporting the continued quality improvement of the service.
• Working under the Forensic Science Regulator requirements.
• Obtaining consent for Health and Forensic procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Autonomous working

Confidentiality

Safeguarding

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Midwife

Paramedic

Job description

Mountain Healthcare in Cumbria is seeking a Sexual Offence Examiner (RN, Midwife or Paramedic) to provide holistic care to victims of sexual assault. You will receive training to become a qualified Forensic Practitioner, with opportunities for further education after one year in-post.

This role is based at The Cumbria SARC with 12-hour shifts (09:00–21:00) on a rota covering 24/7, 365 days per year. A UK driving licence is required for travel between SARC sites.