Forensic Nurse Job at UC Health, Littleton, CO

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  • UC Health
  • Littleton, CO

Job Description

Join Our Team! We are looking for a dedicated Forensic Nurse to provide compassionate care and expert assistance to victims of violence. If you have a passion for helping others and possess strong critical thinking skills, we want to hear from you!

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Highlands Ranch Hosp, US: CO:Highlands Ranch

Department: HRH SANE

Position Type: PRN

Shift: Combination of shifts including nights, weekends, weekdays, and holidays

Pay: $35.29 - $54.71 / hour, based on relevant experience

Job Summary: As a Forensic Nurse, you will be responsible for conducting forensic examinations of individuals affected by violence, providing essential patient care, and making critical referrals to support their healing process.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Take detailed medical histories and assess patients' psychological conditions.
  • Perform thorough physical examinations and document findings accurately.
  • Collect and preserve evidence and relevant specimens.
  • Administer direct nursing care for injuries and prescribe prophylactic medications as needed.
  • Communicate effectively with patients and families about treatment recommendations and the evidence collection process, promoting informed decision-making.
  • Provide victim advocacy and offer expert testimony in court when necessary.
  • Utilize your critical thinking skills and make decisive judgments with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

  • Registered Nurse with state licensure.
  • Completion of an accredited nursing program and a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner training within 3 months of hire.
  • Minimum of 1 year of RN experience or 6 months as an Advanced Practice Nurse.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required before start date.

Why Work With Us? UCHealth is committed to investing in our workforce and offers a competitive total rewards package, including:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
  • Generous paid time off and family leave.
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance options.
  • Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Loan repayment assistance for qualified employees.

Join UCHealth and be part of a team that improves lives in both big ways and small through human connection. We value diversity and strive for an inclusive work environment.

Apply today and start making a difference!

Job Tags

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