Forensic Examiner - Emergency Dept Administration - PRN

Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term/Short-term disability

403B + Match

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health is seeking a Forensic Examiner (RN/APN/PA) to deliver expert emergency services for sexual assault victims and conduct complete forensic exams. You will collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutors, and community partners to ensure program adherence and high-quality care.

You will participate in ongoing professional development, maintain equipment, and document encounters in the EMR. A KSBN-registered RN with SANE orientation completes the profile.

Qualifications

• The applicant must complete Stormont Vail SANE orientation.
• A BSN is preferred.
• Active RN license in Kansas is required.

Responsibilities

• Explain the SANE/SART program and its role in the community.
• Provide information about the medical-legal exam and SANE/SART to investigators, prosecutors.
• Maintain contact with SANE leadership for at least one year after termination and respond to subpoenas.
• Perform forensic interview and assessment per policy, document findings.
• Testify in court about records when required.

Skills

SANE program knowledge

Nursing

Court testimony

Interagency collaboration

Education

BSN preferred

RN license KSBN

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Build your future and career! Join Stormont Vail Health's team of dedicated professionals! We offer a competitive compensation package to attract you and a supportive culture that inspires you to stay. The best place to train, work, and grow.*A Brief Overview*The Forensic Examiner is a Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse, or Physicians Assistant employed by Stormont Vail Health reporting to the Clinical Nurse Leader and Director of the Emergency Department. The Forensic Examiner will assist in maintaining the program by providing emergency services for victims of sexual assault, including a complete forensic exam. The Forensic Examiner will work collaboratively with and serve as a resource to appropriate law enforcement agencies, community advocacy groups, media, and legal staff to assure program principles are followed. Forensic Examiner's will implement and monitor performance improvement measures when appropriate. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.*Essential Job Duties** Be able to explain the SANE/SART program and its role in the community. Contribute to professional growth and development of self and other SANE’s. Provide information about the medical-legal exam and SANE/SART program to investigators, and prosecutors. Maintain contact with SANE leadership for at least one year after termination of contract and respond to any and all subpoenas for cases examined while employed as a SANE.* Consult with hospital and law enforcement records department.* Maintain equipment and supplies in examination room after use.* Perform and document the forensic interview and assessment accurately per standards outlined in policy.* Scan all legal paper documentation into electronic medical record. Testify in court about records as necessary.* Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health* Performs other duties as assigned*Qualifications** Must successfully complete Stormont Vail SANE orientation upon hire and maintain clinical competence as a SANE. Completes yearly SANE competencies as assigned. Required* Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) Preferred* 1 year Nursing experience. Required* Registered Nurse - KSBN Required*Benefits*: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term/Short-Term Disability, 403B+Match, Career Advancement/Education Assistance Program, and Employee Assistance Program._Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.__Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications._Work Location: In person