Forensic Nurse Examiner; PRN

Salary

The PRN Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) will conduct acute and non-acute pediatric medical-forensic exams, collect forensic evidence, administer indicated medications, and provide trauma-informed, patient-centered care. The FNE also collaborates closely with CEI staff and multidisciplinary partners and may provide expert testimony as needed.

• Conduct comprehensive acute and non-acute pediatric forensic exams using trauma-informed best practices.
• Perform full head-to-toe assessments and document findings thoroughly, including forensic photography.
• Collect and manage biological and trace evidence, maintaining strict chain-of-custody compliance.
• Administer necessary medications such as STI prevention and emergency contraception when indicated and within scope.
• Provide supportive, developmentally appropriate, child-centered and family-centered care throughout the exam process.
• Maintain accurate, legally defensible documentation and confidential medical-forensic records.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case staffing, and CEI trainings as needed.
• Provide professional, unbiased collaboration with law enforcement, DFCS, prosecution, victim advocates, and other partners.
• Deliver expert testimony in court when subpoenaed, based on medical-forensic findings.
• Maintain competency through ongoing education, peer review, and adherence to CEI protocols and standards.

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with the State of Georgia.
• Associate Degree in Nursing required; BSN or MSN preferred.
• Minimum of 12 years of pediatric nursing experience required.
• Emergency department or critical care experience preferred.
• Pediatric sexual abuse experience or forensic nursing coursework strongly preferred.
• SANE-P or pediatric forensic training preferred; training may be available for qualified candidates.
• Trauma-informed care training required or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to travel to partner locations for exams when needed.
• Strong assessment, communication, documentation, and critical thinking skills.
• Must maintain CEU requirements for licensure, including minimum 8 CEUs annually specific to child abuse.
• BLS required; PALS preferred.
• Must maintain professional liability coverage for the duration of employment.

• Exams are performed primarily at the CEI Child Advocacy Center, with occasional response to partner hospitals or outreach locations.
• PRN, flexible scheduling based on case needs.
• Supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary environment focused on restoring safety, healing, and justice for children.