PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The Forensic Nurse will provide timely, non-judgmental, compassionate care to patients experiencing a crime such as; assault, child abuse/neglect, intimate partner violence, elder abuse/neglect, human trafficking and sexual assault. Exams performed by the forensic nurse may include a medical-forensic exam, prophylaxis for pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, photographic documentation, and referrals for appropriate medical and psychological follow-up, support and participation in legal proceedings. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Displays Service Excellence as evidence by practicing the mission, vision, and values of the organization to promote patient satisfaction. Duty 2: Ability to triage patient to determine if medical exam is needed before forensic exam. Duty 3: Coordinates care by all agencies involved in assisting the sexual assault victim and coordinates referrals for appropriate medical and psychological follow-up as needed for each patient. Duty 4: Performs a complete physical and forensic evidence collection examination including Head-to-Toe assessment for trauma, detailed genital examination, forensic specimen collection and documentation, including photography, and assesses for mandatory reporting status, reporting when appropriate Duty 5: Documents detailed injuries accurately with support of photographic evidence. Duty 6: Maintains chain of custody during the medical forensic exam and adheres to evidence protocols. Duty 7: Maintains competency by maintaining active performance of cases with no lapse of greater than six months. Duty 8: Participates in monthly quality assurance chart and photograph review process as determined by the Forensic nursing program Duty 9: Adheres to all administrative, clinical, and employment policies and procedures on file with the forensic nursing program Duty 10: Commits to cover minimum number of shifts, holiday coverage, and other scheduling requirements as determined by the forensic nursing program. Duty 11: Participates in professional development as determined by the forensic nursing program, including staff meetings, conferences, and in services. Duty 12: Provides testimony as fact witness to any/all cases performed and coordinates with attorneys during judicial process. Duty 13: Travels to Bluffton Hospital for patient care Duty 14: Administers appropriate prophylactic medications. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS * Licensed by the Ohio Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse * Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required. * Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department. * The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status. * Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS * 41 hour Adult/Adolescent IAFN SANE training (Can be provided) * 43 hour Pediatric IAFN SANE training (Can be provided) * 2 year RN experience * TNCC * ACLS * PALS PHYSICAL DEMANDS Performing physicalApply here: