SANE-A Nurse Examiner: Forensic Care & Survivor Support

Victim Witness Services for Northern Arizona; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NACASA Team seeks a Forensic Nurse Examiner (SANE-A) to perform medical-forensic exams on adult and adolescent victims of sexual assault and DV/IPV strangulation in Flagstaff, AZ. This contracted role requires on-call coverage with a 1-hour on-site response, and collaboration with law enforcement, advocates, and a multidisciplinary team.

BSN preferred; ADN/ Diploma with RN license required, plus 2 years acute care experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Active RN license required.
• 2 years of acute care experience required (ED/ICU/Labor & Delivery/Medical-Surgical).
• Arizona RN license must be unencumbered.
• Basic Life Support certification required on hire.
• SANE-A certification preferred; didactic training completed on hire.
• Must be able to work with sexual violence survivors and participate in a 24/7 program.
• Must pass background check and drug screening; reliable transportation required.
• Must respond on site in Flagstaff, AZ within 1 hour.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive medico-legal examinations for sexual assault and DV/IPV strangulation.
• Collect, preserve, and document physical evidence with chain-of-custody.
• Provide emotional support and crisis intervention for survivors.
• Educate victims about the exam process and available resources.
• Collaborate with Victim Witness Services advocates for follow-up care and safety.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and legal teams for prosecution prep.
• Maintain secure, confidential records of examinations and findings.
• Participate in Peer Chart Review for quality improvement.
• Stay current with evolving forensic nursing practices and CEUs.

Education

Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) - Preferred

Job description

NACASA Team seeks a Forensic Nurse Examiner (SANE-A) to perform medical-forensic exams on adult and adolescent victims of sexual assault and DV/IPV strangulation in Flagstaff, AZ. This contracted role requires on-call coverage with a 1-hour on-site response, and collaboration with law enforcement, advocates, and a multidisciplinary team.

BSN preferred; ADN/ Diploma with RN license required, plus 2 years acute care experience.