Forensic Nurse Examiner: ED Care & Expert Witness Role

Children's Hospital Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) at Children's Colorado delivers forensic medical evaluations for victims of violence across adults, adolescents and pediatric patients. You will collect and preserve evidence, provide STI/pregnancy prophylaxis, and participate in judicial processes as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a BSN, Colorado SA/Forensic Examiner program, RN license and BLS, plus 2 years of ER/ICU/Women's Health/Pediatrics experience.

Qualifications

• BSN required and RN licensed.
• Colorado recognized sexual assault forensic examiner program completed.
• Minimum 2 years of professional nursing in ED/ICU/Women's Health or Pediatrics.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents complete forensic medical evaluations for sexual assault cases.
• Provides on-call coverage to ensure FNE availability.
• Testifies as an expert witness when required.
• Delivers patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process.
• Supports quality assurance and professional development.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

Emergency nursing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Colorado recognized sexual assault forensic examiner program

Job description

The Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) at Children's Colorado delivers forensic medical evaluations for victims of violence across adults, adolescents and pediatric patients. You will collect and preserve evidence, provide STI/pregnancy prophylaxis, and participate in judicial processes as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a BSN, Colorado SA/Forensic Examiner program, RN license and BLS, plus 2 years of ER/ICU/Women's Health/Pediatrics experience.