Forensic Pediatric RN – On-Call Compassionate Care

Driscoll Children's Hospital; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Driscoll Children’s Hospital is seeking a professional Forensic Nurse (RN) to provide direct nursing care and timely medical/forensic examinations for sexual assault patients. The role emphasizes compassionate, victim-sensitive care within the Texas scope of practice and hospital guidelines.

The nurse will operate under the CARE Team and Senior Director of Emergency and Intensive Services, joining a multidisciplinary team with a strong commitment to confidentiality, ethical practice, and

Qualifications

• Must have nursing licensure in Texas and be able to perform within professional standards.
• BSN preferred with current clinical competency.
• Forensic Nurse Examiner training within 9 months of employment.
• Maintain CPR, PALS and state certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to assigned patient population.
• Perform timely medical/forensic examinations for sexual assault patients.
• Document forensic findings and photos accurately and confidentially.
• Work under CARE Team Clinical Coordinator and Senior Director oversight.
• Be a member of the Multidisciplinary Team and adhere to hospital policies.
• Maintain documentation and adhere to ethical, compliant practices.
• Support patient transition and continuity of care within the care framework.
• Attend required orientation and continue professional development.

Skills

Forensic nursing

Emergency nursing

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

BSN preferred

Current Texas RN license

2+ years in emergency/pediatric health care

Forensic Nurse Examiner training

DCH orientation

Job description

Driscoll Children’s Hospital is seeking a professional Forensic Nurse (RN) to provide direct nursing care and timely medical/forensic examinations for sexual assault patients. The role emphasizes compassionate, victim-sensitive care within the Texas scope of practice and hospital guidelines.

The nurse will operate under the CARE Team and Senior Director of Emergency and Intensive Services, joining a multidisciplinary team with a strong commitment to confidentiality, ethical practice, and