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Join BSWH McLane Children’s Hospital as a Forensic Coordinator RN and be part of something better! The #1 city in the nation for Nursing opportunities and advancement!

**Location** : Temple, TX

**Job Title:** Forensic Coordinator RN

**Department:** Forensics Team

**Population:** Children and Adult

**Schedule:** Full Time, 40 hours per week, Days: Monday-Friday, 8- or 10-hour shifts, with the max call requirement of 36hrs every 6 weeks

**Must be** **Certified in Adults** **or** **Pediatrics as SANE (CA-CP SANE, SANE-A, SANE-P)

Forensic Medicine teams across Texas

The Forensic Medicine department at Baylor Scott & White Health includes the Sexual Assault and Violence Response Team and the Child Protection Team. Together, they provide compassionate, sensitive, timely care for victims of violent crimes, child abuse and neglect.

Ensuring the safety of our community, while supporting the professional growth and psychological safety of our team, is at the center of every decision!

Our forensic medicine teams are available at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple and Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

+ We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

+ We never settle by constantly striving for better.

+ We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

+ We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

+ Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits

+ Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

+ Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more

+ Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

As a Forensic Coordinator RN, manage an assault prevention program. Provide services to assault survivors. Gather forensic evidence precisely. Oversee procedures and coordinate with healthcare providers. Occasionally perform related duties.

Essential Functions of the Role

+ Facilitating care coordination for assault victims alongside emergency, pediatric, obstetrics/gynaecology, family practice, and other specialized medical personnel.

+ Performing exams for assault victims following all nursing, medical, and legal guidelines at local and international levels.

+ Experienced healthcare provider offers advice on assault-related healthcare, giving information and guidance on relevant medicolegal issues to medical staff.

+ Maintaining detailed healthcare records associated with forensic patients, diligently updating and managing databases.

+ Establishing standards for collecting assault evidence is crucial. This involves administering medications to prevent infections, HIV, and pregnancy.

+ Implementing your knowledge and experience in biomedical and medicolegal investigations for the immediate and follow-up nursing care of violence victims.

+ Create PR plans and organize educational programs for the community, law enforcement, advocates, and medical staff. Engage with government, civil groups, and organizations on assault care issues. Advise on current processes.

+ Recruit and train assault examiners. They conduct physical and forensic exams on victims to gather evidence. Evaluate their performance regularly.

Key Success Factors

+ Comprehensive understanding of professional nursing practices, along with familiarity with the specific needs of assault victims and other forensic patients.

+ Familiarity with fundamental techniques used in forensic examinations, non-accidental trauma assessments, and sexual assault examinations.

+ Knowledge about the various approaches used for health counseling and education, aimed at patients, their families, and wider community groups.

+ Knowledge of nursing care accrediting bodies’ laws, rules, and regulations is crucial. Understanding hospital and department standards is also important.

+ Know medical terms, health procedures, disease prevention, and management. Awareness of medications, their effects, and possible reactions is crucial.

+ Proven insights into medical and professional nursing ethics, as well as patient privacy rights.

+ Excellent communication skills, including the ability to express thoughts clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

+ Proven social skills to interact meaningfully with a wide variety of constituencies.

+ Critical problem-solving skills are essential. Focus on observing patient conditions and effectively communicating changes to staff and professionals.

+ Ability to provide quality care tailored to patients of all ages, respecting diversity and adjusting care plans as needed.

+ Basic computer skills are required, including Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling, payroll systems, electronic medical records, and email.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

Qualifications

+ Requires an associate degree.

+ At least (3) three years of relevant professional experience.

+ (RN) Registered Nurse License, and candidates must have completed a 64-hour Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.