DV/IPV Forensic Nurse Specialist

Indian Health Service; Shiprock (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service in Shiprock Service Unit seeks a Registered Nurse specialized in Domestic Violence/Intimate Partner Violence care. You will perform physical assessments, document injuries, develop treatment plans, and connect victims with emotional support and community referrals.

You will work with local law enforcement, prosecutors, and mental health services to coordinate care. The role emphasizes confidentiality, presence in emergency and subspecialty clinics, and plans for future

Qualifications

• Licensure as a registered nurse in the United States.
• Experience with domestic violence/intimate partner violence care preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with law enforcement, prosecutors, and mental health services.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessments and document injuries.
• Develop treatment plans and provide emotional support and referrals.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care with local law enforcement, DV advocates, and health services.
• Ensure confidentiality and maintain case files per federal regulations.

Skills

DV/IPV care expertise

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Indian Health Service in Shiprock Service Unit seeks a Registered Nurse specialized in Domestic Violence/Intimate Partner Violence care. You will perform physical assessments, document injuries, develop treatment plans, and connect victims with emotional support and community referrals.

You will work with local law enforcement, prosecutors, and mental health services to coordinate care. The role emphasizes confidentiality, presence in emergency and subspecialty clinics, and plans for future