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RN - Forensic Nurse (PRN) Job in Findlay, Ohio US

RN - Forensic Nurse (PRN)

Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center - Findlay, OH

Posted: 11/29/2025 - Expires: 12/29/2025

Job ID: 292938522

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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 physica

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Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
High school graduate
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
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Licenses / Certifications:
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Graphic Literacy: 5

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