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Forensic Nurse Examiner - Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - Level 1 Trauma Center
Inova's Level 1 Trauma center is looking for a dedicated Forensic Nurse Examiner to join the team. The Ewing Forensic Assessment and Consultation Teams (FACT) Program forensic nurse examiner (FNE) is a sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) responsible for responding to requests for forensic medical examinations of the alleged sexually assaulted/ physically abused patient and/or suspect evidence collection. Relocation assistance eligible.
_Inovas hospitals are consistently recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for excellence in healthcare. _
_We are proud to be named one of Forbes 2022 Best Employers for Women, #11 of 5,000+ facilities on NurseJournals national 2023 Best Places to Work as a Nurse list, and a Top Performer in the 2022 Healthcare Equality Index for LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality._
Featured benefits:
* Tuition reimbursement
* Student loan assistance up to $10,000!
* Paid parental leave
* Retirement benefits with match from day one
* State-of-the-art medical and training facilities
Responsibilities:
* The FNE performs a forensic medical assessment, collects appropriate forensic evidence, provides psychological support, and offers referrals for follow-up and counseling.
* The FNE often testifies in the court system as an expert in the field of sexual assault and physical violence. Requires travel to other jurisdictions/ facilities as warranted including other medical facilities, courts and detention center environments.
* The FNE's objective is to provide knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination through an understanding of patient, family, nurse, and healthcare delivery teams.
* The FNE must consistently provide safe, therapeutic care in a holistic and systematic way while incorporating differences into the provision of care. Conducts all patient care in a patient and family-centered manner. Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum, to include patient and family education.
* The FNE communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others. Has respect for and understanding of other clinical disciplines. Uses an integrated approach toward patient outcomes.
* Quality and Best Practice- Serves as an empowering body to influence patient empowerment, and successful outcomes of financial and clinical quality, through relationships and access-based knowledge. Utilizes standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery. Determines process for delivery of care from direct patient and family communication, technology, and other healthcare team member collaboration.
* Professional Development -Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice. Serves as a resource, preceptor, and mentor. Demonstrates leadership skills in decision making and problem solving.
*will consider RNs without prior SANE experience that are willing to complete online certification courses prior to orientation.
Requirements:
* Requires a minimum of 6 months of Registered Nurse clinical experience. Prefer prior experience and SANE program completion (adults and/or pediatric)
* Education: BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associates Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 24 months of start date.
* RN licensed, or eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an RN.
* BLS from AHA for Healthcare Provider certification required
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to display a caring demeanor toward others. Proficient computer skills required*. *
*This is a Full Time, night shift position with rotating holiday and weekend shifts, and minimal call. Must be flexible on shifts and on call availability. *
About Inova Health System
Inova is Northern Virginias leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Our mission is to provide world-class healthcare every time, every touch to each person in every community we have the privilege to serve. Inovas 22,000 team members serve more than 2 million individuals annually through an integrated network of hospitals, primary and specialty care practices, emergency and urgent care centers, outpatient services and destination institutes.
Inovas five hospitals are consistently recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for excellence in healthcare.
Inova is home to Northern Virginias only Level 1 Trauma Center and Level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Its hospitals have a total of 1,952 licensed beds.
Inovas Anti-Discrimination Employment Policy
_Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law._
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37.94 - $61.66 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
* Emergency Medicine
* Trauma Medicine
Physical setting:
* Acute care
* Hospital
* Inpatient
* Level I trauma center
* Magnet hospital
Standard shift:
* Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
* Differential pay
Supplemental schedule:
* On call
Weekly schedule:
* 3x12
Ability to Relocate:
* Falls Church, VA 22042: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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