Forensic Nurse Examiner - PRN

TieTalent; Gettysburg (Adams County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a PRN Forensic Nurse Examiner in Gettysburg, PA. This role involves performing forensic medical evaluations for patients affected by violence or neglect, requiring specialized education and clinical expertise. Candidates must hold an Associates Degree or higher in nursing and relevant certifications. The position demands strong assessment abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years Emergency department or equivalent acute care experience required.
• Current certification for BLS required.
• Licenses needed include Registered Nurse license upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical forensic history and examinations.
• Document biological and physical findings.
• Provide courtroom testimony when required.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelors Degree

Job description

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General Summary

Providing objective forensic medical evaluation following the scope and standards of forensic nursing practice. The medical forensic exam is an examination of a patient impacted by violence or neglect. The registered nurse performing the examination is required to have specialized education and clinical experience in the collection of forensic evidence and public health concerns to assist in the treatment of these patients.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Gathers information from the patient for the medical forensic history; an examination; coordinating treatment of injuries, documentation of biological and physical findings, and collection of evidence from the patient; documentation of findings; information, treatment, and referrals. The exam is referred to as the “forensic medical examination” under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).

Provides courtroom testimony when required.

Assists other disciplines with forensic care concerns when necessary.

Uses a multidisciplinary approach when providing forensic care.

Variation of duties may result based on the assigned customer care unit(s). This may include differences in the specific clinical skills required of the RN. Unit based skill lists outline expectations beyond the house wide RN requirements. SYS-NURS-L Nursing Education Requirements Policy outlines current certification(s) required for specific areas of nursing practice and is considered to be part of the job description.

In addition to requirements specified in the license and certification section below, current BLS certification for all areas of nursing practice is required.Current certification may be required for the following areas of nursing practice:Emergency Care Center – ACLS, PALSIntensive Care Center & MSCC Lead – ACLS, PALSL&D – ACLS, NRP, - Experienced L&D nurses will obtain within 6 months and new L&D nurses will obtain at 1 year of experienceNICU – NRPPEDS – PALSPCC/PACU/ENDO – ACLS, PALSProcedural – ACLS

Common Expectations

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient

population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides

direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).

Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as

well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.

Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control

standards.

Enhances professional growth and development through advanced/continuing education to maintain up-to-date

knowledge, skills, and competencies.

Responsible for the care and maintenance of department/entity equipment and supplies.

Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement

and innovation.

Required For All Jobs

Performs other related duties as identified.

WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a compliance program to support WellSpan's values and standards for professionalism, integrity, and ethics. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization and the performance expectations of the job, the department, and the compliance program.

WellSpan Health has adopted and implemented a privacy program to safeguard the patient information and the business and operational information of the organization. Expected to support and meet the values and standards of the organization to safeguard patient and business/operational information.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Physical Demands

Standing - Frequently

Walking - Frequently

Sitting - Occasionally

Carrying/Lifting - Occasionally (50lbs)

Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally (50lbs)

Kneeling/Crouching - Occasionally

Reaching - Occasionally

Talking - Frequently

Hearing - Frequently

Repetitive Motions - Occasionally

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Occasionally

Working Environment

Occupational Hazards - Occasionally

Bloodborne Pathogen - Exposure

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Associates Degree Required

Bachelors Degree Preferred

Work Experience:

2 years Emergency department or equivalent acute care experience. Required

Licenses

Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or

Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and

Heartsaver CPR/AED Upon Hire Required and

Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Adult/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred And

Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Pediatric/Adolescent Upon Hire Preferred

Courses And Training

Certification in appropriate nursing specialty. Upon Hire Preferred

• Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

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