Forensic Specialist

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, OH is seeking a Forensic Specialist to provide expert nursing care for patients affected by violence and trauma. You will perform forensic nursing assessments, coordinate care, collect evidence, and offer advocacy and courtroom support within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and adherence to Ohio law and institutional policies, with duties spanning clinical care, documentation, education, and

Qualifications

• Current applicable Ohio licensure required.
• Valid driver's license.
• BLS certification prior to direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert forensic nursing assessment across the lifespan.
• Perform evidence collection and meticulous documentation.
• Coordinate care, advocacy, and education for patients affected by violence and trauma.
• Provide courtroom support and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Forensic nursing

Trauma-informed care

Evidence collection

Care coordination

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Board-certified NP or PA

Job description

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Scope of Position

The Forensic Specialist is a highly specialized professional who provides comprehensive, trauma-informed nursing care to patients across the lifespan affected by violence, abuse, exploitation, trauma, crime, and intentional or unintentional injury. The Forensic Specialist integrates nursing science, forensic science, criminal justice, public health, and trauma-informed care principles to address the medical, emotional, psychosocial, and legal needs of patients. The Forensic Specialist collaborates with physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, advocacy agencies, law enforcement, legal professionals, and community partners to ensure safe, patient-centered care, maintain evidence integrity, and support continuity of care and patient safety. The position may provide forensic services across multiple OSUWMC and affiliated facilities and participates in community outreach and education initiatives.

Position Summary

Provides expert forensic nursing assessment, treatment, evidence collection, documentation, advocacy, care coordination, education, and courtroom support for patients affected by violence and trauma. Practices in accordance with Ohio law, professional nursing standards, forensic nursing standards, and OSUWMC policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred; or board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

• Current applicable Ohio licensure.
• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in emergency, critical care, women's health, behavioral health, or forensic nursing.
• Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) certification.
• Advanced or General Forensic Nursing Certification.
• Experience providing trauma-informed care to vulnerable populations.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience.

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.