SATU Registered Nurse

Mission Health; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Health in Asheville, NC is seeking a SATU Registered Nurse to provide specialized, trauma-informed care to sexual assault and abuse patients. The RN will conduct forensic exams, evidence collection, and detailed documentation while collaborating with physicians, advocacy professionals, and law enforcement.

The role emphasizes patient dignity, chain-of-custody standards, education for patients and families, and contributing to quality, safety, and ongoing training within a collaborative

Qualifications

• RN licensed to practice in the United States.
• Experience in acute care or sexual assault response preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triage and assess patients upon arrival.
• Perform forensic exams and collect evidence.
• Document findings in detail and maintain chain-of-custody.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Forensic nursing

Crisis intervention

Patient assessment

Job description

Mission Health in Asheville, NC is seeking a SATU Registered Nurse to provide specialized, trauma-informed care to sexual assault and abuse patients. The RN will conduct forensic exams, evidence collection, and detailed documentation while collaborating with physicians, advocacy professionals, and law enforcement. Responsibilities include triage, patient assessment, crisis intervention, and coordination of follow-up care. The nurse will uphold patient dignity, maintain chain-of-custody standards, educate patients and families, and contribute to quality, safety, and ongoing training within a collaborative care team.