What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Forensic Nursing Examiner ~ Temporary (Per Diem/Miles City) position at Billings Clinic Health System?
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
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.
reporting status and report when appropriate.
adhere to evidence guidelines.
confidentiality (HIPPA).
upon completion of exam.
review to include documentation and photographs.
hours relevant to sexual assault or forensics.
professional growth and development needs; meets all system/departmental
educational requirements.
supportive, and caring behaviors in communication with patient’s families,
visitors, and the interdisciplinary care team.
appropriateness of care based on the population specific needs of the patient.
assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
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.
assigned or as needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
of nursing
Experience
experience
Certification and Licensures
two years of practice - Within 2 years of hire
Certification required - At hire
Licensure required (or higher nursing licensure) - At hire