On-Call Forensic Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner

CODAC Behavioral Health Services inc; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CODAC Behavioral Health Services inc seeks a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SAFE) to provide medical forensic care to assault survivors. The role requires RN/NP/ DNP or MD eligibility and at least one year of relevant experience, with 41- or 43-hour training and a preceptorship.

Duties include documenting injuries, collecting evidence, planning care, administering medications, maintaining chain of custody, and supporting court processes.

Qualifications

• AZ Licensed RN, NP, DNP or MD.
• Minimum 1 year relevant work experience.
• Preferred two years in Emergency, Critical Care, Maternal Child, Psychiatric or Forensic Nursing.
• CPR & First Aid Required.
• AZ Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive sexual assault examination utilizing Colposcope, camera, etc. as appropriate.
• Documents assessment inclusive of blunt and sharp injuries accordingly.
• Develops Plan of Care reflective of current body of knowledge relating to sexual assault.
• Administers medications/drugs as appropriate to exam findings.
• Completes sexual assault evidence collection, provides discharge and follow-up care instructions and maintains chain of custody per ethical and/or legal statutes.
• Participates in ongoing legal process and court appearances as required by state statutes.
• Maintains confidentiality of the activities of the SACASA program unless required to by operation of law.

Education

AZ Licensed RN, NP, DNP or MD

Job description

CODAC Behavioral Health Services inc seeks a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SAFE) to provide medical forensic care to assault survivors. The role requires RN/NP/ DNP or MD eligibility and at least one year of relevant experience, with 41- or 43-hour training and a preceptorship.

Duties include documenting injuries, collecting evidence, planning care, administering medications, maintaining chain of custody, and supporting court processes.