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Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community.
If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.
Under minimal supervision and in accordance with organizational and departmental policies, procedures, guidelines, and the Public Health Code, the Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) functions as part of an interdisciplinary team providing 24/7 emergency, trauma-informed medical care and consultation to patients who have experienced sexual violence, including forensic evidence collection when elected by the patient. The FNE travels between examination sites in Calhoun, Kalamazoo and Van Buren counties to provide timely and high-quality care, utilizing the nursing process; and delivering appropriate physical care within the scope of professional nursing practice based on patient acuity and care complexity.
The FNE collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams and community partners to provide education and outreach throughout Calhoun, Kalamazoo and Van Buren counties in support of a coordinated community response to sexual violence. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.
This is a 24-hour program that will require a mixture of both weekday office hours and after hours/ weekend/ holiday call shift coverage.
Job Requirements:
Associate’s degree in nursing required
Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred, must obtain within 8 years of hire
Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing for the state of Michigan
All new hires are expected to successfully obtain their BSN within 8 years of
hire date. If, after 8 years, the nurse has not met this requirement, employment will be terminated.
BLS certification required by completion of core orientation
Employment is contingent upon successfully completing required background checks and
maintaining ongoing clearance throughout employment.
This position is part of a 24/7 emergency response team, requiring flexibility in scheduling, including
nights, weekends, and holidays.
Travel between multiple facilities and community locations is required.
Completion of Adult/Adolescent SANE (SANE-A) basic training in accordance with IAFN
guidelines, or an equivalent program offered by a comparable recognized accrediting body preferred.
Completion of Pediatric SANE (SANE-P) basic training in accordance with IAFN guidelines, or an
equivalent program offered by a comparable recognized accrediting body preferred.
Two years of acute care nursing experience, preferably in the area(s) of: emergency/trauma, women’s
health, or other areas serving patients who have experienced sexual violence.
SANE-A Certification is preferred. Nurses without certification at hire must obtain SANE-A
certification within three years, if certification is available. Failure to obtain certification within this timeframe may result in termination of employment.
SANE-P Certification is preferred. Nurses without certification at hire must obtain SANE-P
certification within five years, if certification is available. Failure to obtain certification within this timeframe may result in termination of employment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities specific to Forensic Nurse Examiner
Bronson Health Care Group Standards of Practice:
• The registered nurse collects comprehensive data pertinent to the patients’ health or the situation.
o Assesses the patient’s physical and developmental needs
o Analyzes assessment data to identify appropriate patient needs
o Documents nursing history and age appropriate physical/emotional needs/strengths for assigned patients
o Reviews vital signs to assess condition of patient and detect deviations from normal.
• The registered nurse analyzes the assessment data to determine patient problems or issues
o Uses the assessment data to identify patient problems
o Confirms problems with patient and family when appropriate
o Documents the expected outcomes and plan of care related to the problems through use of the clinical pathway and outcome teaching record
• The registered nurse identified expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient
o Utilizes the patient/family input when defining outcomes. Incorporates the patient values, ethical and cultural considerations.
o Coordinates discharge planning for outcomes not achieved utilizing the continuum of care available.
• The registered nurse develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes.
o Incorporates clinical pathways into the plan when appropriate
o Develops individualized interventions with patient input when appropriate
o Considers data from other members of the multidisciplinary team when developing the plan of care
• The registered nurse implements the identified plan.
o Implements appropriate interventions.
o Administers prescribed medication and treatment in accordance with approved nursing techniques and polices
o Utilizes evidence-based interventions specific to the patient’s plan
o Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of the patient.
o Initiates a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient and coordinates the implementation of the plan.
o Manages the care plan for patients by organizing and delegation patient care interventions to be implemented. Evaluates the effectiveness of care given by self and others.
• The registered nurse evaluates progress toward attainment of the expected outcomes.
o Evaluates the effectiveness of the planned interventions and the patient response toward achievement of the expected outcomes.
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