Medical Forensic Nurse Coordinator

CAPS & Maple City; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Childcare reimbursement

Student loan reimbursement

Professional development

Inclusive workplace culture

Meaningful impact

Job summary

CAPS & Maple City is seeking a Medical Forensic Nurse Coordinator who coordinates the medical forensic program, schedules and conducts exams, and maintains protocols in collaboration with the Site Director and Medical Director. The role supports trauma-informed care and works with IDOH SANE personnel and community partners.

The ideal candidate is a bilingual RN with BSN, SANE-A and SANE-P training, and at least 2 years of nursing leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license in IN required.
• BSN required.
• Adult and Pediatric SANE trainings (SANE-A and SANE-P) required, training provided.
• At least 2 years of nursing experience required.
• Trauma Informed Care training strongly preferred.
• Motivational Interviewing training strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and updates program policies and procedures in collaboration with key leaders.
• Ensures program practices align with regulations and standards.
• Manages scheduling for medical forensic examinations for timely care.
• Coordinates forensic nurse schedules with the Nurse Coordinator.
• Collaborates with cross-disciplinary team for program operations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Bilingual Spanish/English

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSN

IN RN license

SANE-A training

SANE-P training

Job description

Description

Job Summary

CAPS & Maple City is an organization that supports healthy, safe, and thriving children and families by providing quality, comprehensive services to all.

The Medical Forensic Nurse Coordinator is a registered nurse who coordinates the medical forensic program at CAPS & MCHCC. They schedule and conduct all medical forensic exams in collaboration with other forensic nurses, providers, and community partners. They are also responsible for maintenance of protocols and policies for the program in coordination with the Site Director, the DMS and DO. We are looking for a talented and motivated individual who is passionate about health care, forensic nursing, and is eager to contribute to a collaborative team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains and updates program policies and procedures in collaboration with the Site Director, VP of Clinical Operations, Medical Director and Medical Provider over Forensic Nursing.
• Ensures program practices align with organizational policies and applicable state and federal regulations, as well as relevant national standards.
• Manages scheduling for medical forensic examinations to support timely, efficient, and coordinated patient care.
• Coordinates forensic nurse schedules in collaboration with the Nurse Coordinator.
• Collaborates with the cross-disciplinary team to support effective program operations within the organization.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for communication and coordination with Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) personnel.
• Serves as a liaison to community multidisciplinary partners to support coordinated services and collaboration.
• Participates in monthly multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to support the medical forensic program.
• Supports the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) accreditation process as it relates to the medical forensic program.
• Coordinates orientation and ongoing training for forensic nurses.
• Provides medical forensic exams with a trauma-informed approach guided by state and organizational guidelines.
• Completes patient-related and program documentation accurately, clearly, and in a timely manner.
• Participates in trainings and meetings to support clinical coordination and program effectiveness.
• Participates in scheduled trainings and professional development activities to maintain clinical skills and competency.
• Supports ongoing communication, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing among nursing staff and program partners.
• Performs other duties in support of the organization’s mission and shared work, as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills and Abilities

• Bilingual: Spanish/English strongly preferred
• 2+ years of leadership experience required
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills

Education and Experience

• Registered Nurse license in IN required
• Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Adult and Pediatric SANE trainings (SANE-A and SANE-P) required, training provided
• At least 2 years of nursing experience required
• Trauma Informed Care training strongly preferred
• Motivational Interviewing training strongly preferred

Requirements

• Ability to perform considerable time sitting and reaching.
• Occasional travel between health center sites
• Ability to perform prolonged periods of time in front of a computer.
• BLS Certification required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this work
• We are required by federal law to verify identity and eligibility to work in U.S.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package (Retirement plan, health insurance, childcare reimbursement, student loan reimbursement)
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the healthcare experience in our community

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAPS & Maple City is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and the patients we serve.