RN Forensic Nursing Examiner ~ Temporary; Per Diem​/Miles

Position: RN Forensic Nursing Examiner ~ Temporary (Per Diem/Miles City)
You'll want to join Billings Clinic for our outstanding quality of care, exciting environment, interesting cases from a vast geography, advanced technology and educational opportunities. We are in the top 1% of hospitals internationally for receiving Magnet Recognition consecutively since 2006.

And you'll want to stay at Billings Clinic for the amazing teamwork, caring atmosphere, and a culture that values kindness, safety and courage. This is an incredible place to learn and grow. Billings, Montana, is a friendly, college community in the Rocky Mountains with great schools and abundant family activities. Amazing outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. Four seasons of sunshine!

You can make a difference here.

About Us

Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, Physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about Billings Clinic (our organization, history, mission, leadership and regional locations) and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.

Your Benefits

We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full- and part-time employees (minimum of 20 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and much more.  for more information or download the Employee Benefits Guide.

Magnet:
Commitment to Nursing Excellence

Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years.  to learn more!

Pre-Employment Requirements

All new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting.  to learn more!

RN Forensic Nursing Examiner ~ Temporary (Per Diem/Miles City)

MILES CITY CLINIC - 120.6755 (BILLINGS CLINIC MILES CITY)

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11418

Shift: Day

Employment Status:
Per Diem

Hours per Pay Period: 0.01 = per diem (as needed) (Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage DOE:
Stipend

This is a temporary, non-benefit-eligible position not to exceed 6 months

The Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) will provide timely, non-judgmental, compassionate care to adult and pediatric victims of physical and sexual assault. The sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) exam may include a medical-forensic exam, evidence collection, prophylaxis for pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, photographic documentation, and referrals for appropriate medical and psychological follow-up, and may support and participate in legal proceedings. The non-fatal strangulation (NFS) exam may include a medical-forensic exam with evidence collection, photographic documentation, referrals as stated above, and participation in subsequent legal proceedings.

The FNE may perform other forensic evaluations and collect evidence as needed.

Essential Job Functions

* Perform a complete medical forensic examination to include completed head to toe medical assessment for trauma, detailed genital/anal examination;
Forensic specimen collection and supportive documentation;
Photo documentation of bodily and genital/anal injuries with competent documentation. Demonstrates care for the patient, not just for evidence collection purposes.

* Assess patient for mandatory reporting status and report when appropriate.

* Maintain chain of custody and adhere to evidence guidelines.

* Ensures patient/medical record confidentiality (HIPPA).

* Cleans and sanitizes SANE room upon completion of exam.

* Participates in periodic case review to include documentation and photographs.

* Maintains clinical education hours relevant to sexual assault or forensics.

* Takes responsibility for own professional growth and development needs; meets all system/departmental educational requirements.

* Demonstrates collaborative, supportive, and caring behaviors in communication with patient's families, visitors, and the interdisciplinary care team.

* Consideration is given to the appropriateness of care based on the population specific needs of the patient.

* Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

* Supports and models behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic's mission, vision, values, code of business conduct and service expectations. Meets all mandatory organizational and departmental requirements. Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency standards as it relates to the environment, employee, patient safety or job performance.

* Performs all other duties as assigned or as needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

* Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Experience

* Two (2) years nursing experience

Certification and Licensures

* SANE-A/SANE-P…