Forensic Nurse Examiner- CARES

Job Overview

To provide professional, compassionate care, comprehensive documentations and timely collection of forensic evidence to victims of sexual and domestic violence, elder abuse and human trafficking referred to the CARES program (Center for Abuse and Rape Emergency Services) for care. These victims may be male or female and age 14 years and up. This position is an on-call position. The SANE/FNE will be responsible for answering call within 10 minutes of call and responding to the hospital in a timely manner assigned by the CARES Coordinator.

• Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing
• New Hires required to complete BSN within 5 years of hire
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
• Registered Nurse
• Knowledge, judgement and skills derived from the Principles of Biological, Physical, Behavioral, Social, and Nursing sciences to meet complex health care needs at various stages of the life cycle
• Preferred membership in related professional organization
• 6 months experience Clinical in Nursing

• Responds to the hospital in a timely manner according to Tri Health guidelines.
• Determines the need for advocacy agencies and law enforcement presence if not already available, and collaborates with these agencies to provide quality service to all clients.
• Collaborates with the ED staff nurses and physicians regarding the care involving evidence collection for victims of abuse.
• Utilizes assessment skills to determine patient needs based on patient information and history. Takes into account the individuals cognitive, physical, cultural, emotional/psychosocial, and spiritual needs when communicating and collecting evidence on patients. Functions effectively within an environment of crisis involving sensitive interpersonal violence issues, often in conjunction with physical, psychological trauma and substance use.
• Performs technical skills according to policy and procedure and accepted standards within their area of practice. Safely administers medications/treatments as indicated. Uses all equipment in a safe, appropriate manner.
• Documents pertinent data on CARES records and provides the documents to the CARES Coordinator. Maintains chain of custody and ensures record is secured prior to finishing case. Will consult with the CARES Coordinator regarding cases requiring court appearances.
• Assumes organizational and educational responsibilities. Identifies areas for professional and self‑improvement through self‑assessment and peer review, as well as the continuing education of team members. Shares knowledge and skills with colleagues and others. Provides peers with constructive feedback regarding skills and knowledge. Maintains awareness of ongoing continuous improvement changes and supports changes through active participation.

The Tri Health Nursing Vision, Mission, and Philosophy speaks to professional development, collaboration, and our nursing culture. To achieve excellence in nursing care, Tri Health encourages: pursuit of improved knowledge through continuing education classes, formal education leading to advanced degrees, and the attainment of specialty certification; nurse membership in local, regional, and national nursing organizations related to the appropriate nurse specialty;

involvement in activities that better the health of our community; nursing research activities and use of evidence‑based practice, and all nurses to foster, support, and personally model collaborative relationships amongst nurses, physicians, and other caregivers for the betterment of patient care.

• Climbing - Rarely
• Concentrating - Consistently
• Continuous Learning - Consistently
• Hearing:
  Conversation - Consistently
• Hearing:
  Other Sounds - Consistently
• Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
• Kneeling - Occasionally
• Lifting