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Job ID89706

LocationAurora, Colorado

Full/Part TimeOn Demand

Regular/TemporaryRegular

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Why Work at Children's....

Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.

Job Overview

The Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) is a specially trained registered nurse who is competent to care for adults, adolescents and pediatric patients who are victims of violence.The FNE performs forensic medical evaluations for the collection and preservation of evidence for sexual assault and other forensic cases.The FNE provides prophylactic therapy per standing order for sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy prevention; and provides follow-up care and is available to participate in the judicial process by providing expert witness testimony.

Additional Information

Department Name: Emergency Department Job Status: Flex Shift: Flex

Qualifications

Education:Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN). Completed Colorado-recognized comprehensive sexual assault forensic examiner program which includes at least 64-hours of didactic education on adult/adolescent and pediatric forensic evaluations. Experience:Minimum of two (2) years of Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Women's Health, or Pediatric experience. Certification(s):BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association with at least 6 months left before expiration is required upon hire. Licensures(s):Licensed as aRegistered Nurse (RN) in the state of Colorado. This position may require a BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find an appropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) from organizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it is AHA approved, will not be accepted. http://ahainstructornetwork.americanheart.org/AHAECC/classConnector.j sp?pid=ahaecc.classconnector.home

Responsibilities

POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE a.) Neonate - 30 days to 1yr c.) Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs d.) Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs e.) School age - >5yrs to 13yrs f.) Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs g.) Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any of the following es ential functions. These examples do not include all functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Performs and documents complete forensic medical evaluations for the collection and preservation of evidence for sexual assault or other types of forensic cases. Provides scheduled, on-call coverage to ensure appropriate FNE availability. Participates in the judicial process as necessary by providing expert witness testimony in the court of law.