On-Call Forensic Nurse Examiner (SANE) – Victim Care

TriHealth; Montgomery (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

TriHealth's CARES program seeks a Registered Nurse - Forensic Nurse Examiner (SANE/FNE) to provide specialized care and evidence collection for victims of sexual and domestic violence, elder abuse, and human trafficking aged 14+. This on-call role requires rapid response within 10 minutes of notification.

The SANE/FNE will collaborate with ED staff, assist with legal and advocacy coordination, document care accurately, and uphold rigorous chain-of-custody standards for CARES records.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing required.
• BSN within 5 years of hire required.
• BLS certification required for Healthcare Providers.
• Registered Nurse licensure required.
• Knowledge from Biological, Physical, Behavioral, Social, and Nursing sciences to meet complex health care needs.

Responsibilities

• Responds to the hospital in a timely manner according to TriHealth guidelines.
• Determines the need for advocacy agencies and law enforcement presence and coordinates with these agencies to provide quality service.
• Collaborates with ED staff nurses and physicians regarding care involving evidence collection for victims of abuse.
• Uses assessment skills to determine patient needs considering cognitive, physical, cultural, emotional/psychosocial, and spiritual factors; works in crisis involving violence, trauma, and substance use.
• Performs technical skills per policy; administers medications/treatments; uses equipment safely.
• Documents pertinent data on CARES records; maintains chain of custody and secures records; consults CARES Coordinator for court appearances.
• Assumes organizational and educational responsibilities; pursues professional development through self-assessment, peer review, and continuing education.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Assessment skills

Documentation

BLS certification

Advocacy coordination

Education

Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing

BSN within 5 years of hire

Job description

TriHealth's CARES program seeks a Registered Nurse - Forensic Nurse Examiner (SANE/FNE) to provide specialized care and evidence collection for victims of sexual and domestic violence, elder abuse, and human trafficking aged 14+. This on-call role requires rapid response within 10 minutes of notification.

The SANE/FNE will collaborate with ED staff, assist with legal and advocacy coordination, document care accurately, and uphold rigorous chain-of-custody standards for CARES records.