Registered Nurse, Forensic SANE

Trinity Health; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement for all full and

100% paid tuition for ASN to BSN

Benefits day one (Medical, Dental, etc

Retirement savings with employer match

Generous PTO and 7 holidays

Colleague well-being resources

No mandatory overtime

Employee referral incentive

CEUs and supportive team

Job summary

Saint Joseph Health System in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a Forensic Registered Nurse to provide compassionate care within the nursing process, under the Indiana Nurse Practice Act. This role includes head-to-toe trauma assessment, complete forensic evidence collection, documentation, and coordination with attorneys during judicial processes.

You will participate in on-call coverage, respond to subpoenas, and uphold our commitment to evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and no mandatory

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Successful completion of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Training and related didactic/clinical hours.
• Current RN License (RN-IN) and BLS certification.
• Critical care nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document complete physical and forensic evidence collection including head-to-toe trauma assessment and documentation.
• Provide testimony as fact witness and coordinate with attorneys.
• Take on-call shifts and report within 60 minutes of dispatch.
• Respond to subpoenas through the Forensic Department.

Skills

Forensic nursing

SANE procedures

Trauma assessment

Education

RN program graduate

SANE Training

Advanced Strangulation Prevention

Pediatric SANE training

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Rotating ShiftDescription:

In accordance with the Mission and Guiding Behaviors; the Forensic RN, within the scope of the Indiana Nurse Practice Act, will provide care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. The Forensic RN, functioning in the spirit of teamwork, is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the nursing process within the standards, policies, procedures and guidelines of the Organization.

• The Forensic RN will perform and document a complete physical and forensic evidence collection examination including head-to-toe assessment for trauma, detailed genital examination, forensic specimen collection and documentation, including photography, and assess for mandatory reporting status, and reporting when appropriate on a Forensic patient.

• Provide testimony as fact witness to any/all cases and coordinate with attorneys during judicial process.

• Take on-call shifts as scheduled per departmental needs. Report to on-call shifts within approximately 60 minutes of dispatch.

• Responds to all subpoenas on cases through the Forensic Department.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited RN program. Successful completion of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Trainingand additional didactic and clinical hours related to the care given to patients of domestic violence, strangulation, sexual abuse, child physical abuse and elder abuse prior to start or within the below timelines.

• Within 3 months of hire, complete Adult/Adolescent SANE training

• Within 6 months of hire, complete Pediatric SANE training

• Within 18 months of hire, complete Advanced Strangulation Prevention course

Licensure: Current RN License (RN-IN). Current BLS certification.

Experience: Critical care nursing is required

Why Saint Joseph Health System?

At Saint Joseph Health System, our values give us strength. That character guides every decision we make - even when those decisions are complicated, costly or hard.We honor our mission to care for every man, woman and child who needs us by investing in technology, people and capabilities that allow us to set the standard for quality care.

What we offer:

• Tuition reimbursement for all full and part-time colleagues effective first day of employment
• 100% paid tuition for ASN to BSN program (paid directly to learning partner)
• Benefits day one (Including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life, STD/LTD, etc.)
• Retirement savings account with employer match
• Generous paid time off program + 7 paid holidays
• Colleague well-being resources
• No mandatory overtime
• Employee referral incentive program
• State of the art equipment, unlimited CEUs and supportive team approach

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.