The Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) provides timely, non-judgmental, compassionate, and trauma-informed care to any victim and/or perpetrator of violence, both intentional and unintentional.
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
- Perform acts that are within the scope of practice as defined by the applicable licensing board.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients as described in unit/department-based competencies, policies, and procedures.
- Accurately assess patient needs and develop/implement/review/maintain a comprehensive care plan.
- Evaluate and provide care as directed to achieve desired patient outcomes for patients newborn thru geriatric.
- Perform quality assurance functions to include maintenance of chain of evidence, documentation appropriateness, referrals, preparing and interpreting reports, and following mandatory reporting requirements.
- Educate the patient/family on physical, emotional and psychosocial aspects of examination, treatment, and care.
- Coordinate the preparedness of documents, testimony, and case facts to be presented as necessary.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation as per Health System/affiliate policy.
- Meet scheduling requirements, including nights, weekends, holidays, and call.
- Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
- Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.
General Responsibilities:
People Management Responsibilities:
Does this position have people management responsibilities?:
“Yes” indicates that this position entails overseeing and guiding team members, encompassing employment decisions and/or suggestions, as well as conducting formal performance assessments.
"No" indicates that this position does not involve managing team members.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
- Graduate of accredited RN program.
- Completion of a 64 hour course or two 40 hour IAFN SANE training courses within six months of hire date.
- Minimum of one year of acute care experience.
Required License/Certifications/Registrations
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Current BLS/CPR card from approved provider within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first.
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Current ACLS and PALS within six months of hire date.
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Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing or a compact state.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Education and Experience
Preferred License/Certifications/Registrations
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Basic computer skills.
- Multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, demonstrating an understanding of cultural, educational, and age-related diversity.
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
- Possess compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
Physical Requirements:
With or without accommodation.
- Medium Work: Occasionally exerting up to 50 lbs - constantly exerting up to 10 lbs. 26-50% of the day may be standing or walking.
We offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day.
