Registered Nurse (RN) - Forensic Nurse - St. Mary's Hospital Job at Bon Secours Mercy Health, Richmond, VA

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  • Bon Secours Mercy Health
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

St. Mary's Hospital

Violence Response Team - Forensic Nurse

Evening/Nights -7p-7a or 3p-3a - primarily overnight hours - occasional evening hours.

About the Violence Response Forensic Team

For 30 years, the Bon Secours Violence Response Team has been a critical resource for adults and children impacted by violence. When responding to a call, a Forensic Nurse and Victim Advocate respond to victims impacted by violence. The work of these two roles is complementary. Together, they offer comprehensive care to victims including specialized medical attention, evidence collection, emotional support, advocacy support, follow-up phone calls as well as referrals for community resources.

The Bon Secours Violence Response Team serves as a critical resource for adults and children impacted by violence. At Bon Secours, we're united in support of victims and strive to provide excellent care. Consider making an impact and join our team as a Forensic Nurse!

Registered Nurse (RN) - Forensic - St. Mary's Hospital

Job Summary:

The Forensic Registered Nurse (RN) will be responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. The Forensic RN will use evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion and skilled communication, leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience.

Essential Functions:

  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team

  • Collect vital signs, administer IV medications, understand charting, and assess patient condition

  • Provides episodic care for populations affected by trauma, including those legally defined as victims, suspects, the accused, and perpetrators

  • Delivers education to patients, staff, communities, and populations in the prevention, detection, and treatment of the effects of violence

  • Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department

  • Other duties as assigned

Education:

  • Graduate of an accredited Associates degree or Bachelors degree in Nursing

Certifications:

  • Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association

  • Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE - A) - International Association of Forensic Nurses (preferred, not required)

  • Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE - P) - International Association of Forensic Nurses (preferred, not required)

Experience:

  • Two years of professional experience practicing as a RN (preferred, not required)

Training:

  • International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) didactic training for Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner/Forensic Nursing program (preferred, not required)

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being-personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

Job Tags

Temporary work, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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