Forensic Team Coordinator

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks a Coordinator of the Forensic Program to support forensic care across ages, reporting to Nursing Leadership. This role monitors, coordinates and evaluates forensic activities and manages the forensic staff in collaboration with Nursing, Physicians, EMS, Legal and Administration.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelors Degree in Nursing, PA RN license, SANE-A certification, and at least 4 years in acute care with EMR and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing and active PA RN licensure required.
• SANE-A certification and acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Proficiency with EMR and MS Office applications essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor forensic program activities across ages.
• Lead forensic staff and collaborate with Nursing, EMS, Legal and Admin.
• Attend court as an expert witness when requested.

Skills

Forensic nursing knowledge

Court testimony

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

SANE-A certification

RN license PA

Tools

EMR

MS Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Assists in the development of a comprehensive forensic center while reporting to Nursing Leadership. The Coordinator of the Forensic Program has the responsibility for monitoring, promoting, coordinating and evaluating all forensic related activities and to manage the forensic staff. This individual will fulfill his/her job responsibilities in collaboration with the Department of Nursing, Physicians, Ancillary staff, EMS, Legal and Administration. He/she demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide forensic care coordination for patients of any age.

Job Duties

• Manages day-to-day forensic team operations and administration, schedule, payroll, employee evaluations, training.
• Develop and recommend evidence-based protocols and guidelines for best practice treatment of forensic patients across the continuum of care.
• Works with the Emergency Medical Services and the police to assure optimal continuity of care from pre-hospital to hospital.
• Work closely with the community agencies to assure metrics are in place for continuous implementation in the care of the forensic patients.
• Facilitates ongoing educational activities and awareness related to the care of the forensic patients to nursing staff and other healthcare providers within the institution.
• Participates in hospital-based community health programs to promote awareness and education of forensic patient health issues in the community.
• Achieve and maintain compliance with all local, regional and national levels related to best practices for forensic patients.
• Speaks at educational conferences and becomes involved with, and serves as a member of the Emergency nurse association (ENA), the Sexual assault response team (SART), the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN), and the Academy of Forensic Nursing (AFN).
• Holds monthly forensic team meetings and provides continuing education to team members.
• Attends court when requested as an expert witness.
• Provide medical-forensic care to patients who have experienced sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, strangulation, elder abuse, human trafficking and other violent crimes through direct patient care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and completed training to become a Forensic Nurse.
• 4 years years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting and completion of the requirements to obtain a SANE-A certification (minimum 40-hr SANE didactic course and accrual of 300 hours of SANE related practice within the past 3 years).
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, EMR).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Customer satisfaction.
• Problem solving and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of relevant software and hardware.

Certifications & Licenses

• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• SANE-A - Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Adult - International Association of Forensic Nurses Upon Hire
• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association Upon Hire
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association Upon Hire
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association Upon Hire
• Physical Demands: Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift & Location

• Work Shift: Day Shift
• Address: 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd
• Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest
• Position Type: Onsite
• Union: Not Applicable
• Work Schedule: Monday -Friday 0700-1530.
• Department: 1004-09427 Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - CC

About LVHN

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community. LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.