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Posted: 15-Jun-25
Location: Glen Burnie, Maryland
Categories:
General Nursing
Internal Number: REF41545K
Job Description
General Summary
Under limited supervision, the Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) provides comprehensive care to sexual assault patients. The FNE conducts a medical forensic assault history and physical examination as well as evidence collection, preservation, and documentation. The FNE ensures crisis intervention and medical treatment is provided while in the Emergency Department. The FNE coordinates reporting to appropriate police jurisdiction and/or Child Protective Services, if applicable. The FNE will interface with patient advocacy, law enforcement and crime labs. The FNE provides referrals to community agencies as well as follow-up referrals for health care. The FNE will participate in legal proceedings including courtroom testimony.
The FNE provides care to patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/technology, and other healthcare team members, according to established standards. Patients served include all age groups (infant through older adult as identified in Performance Standards) dependant on FNE level of certification.
Mission
All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to Forensic Nurse Examiner Program Coordinator.
Company Description
Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center -- named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence(r) designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state's busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another.
The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we're home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians.
Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland's health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.
Qualifications
Requirements
- Graduated from an accredited nursing education program approved by the Board of Nursing or deemed substantially equivalent by the Board in Maryland.
- Candidates must hold a current RN license in Maryland and possess a minimum of 18 months of clinical experience as an RN.
- Additionally, applicants must have completed a Maryland BON-approved FNE-A (Adolescents/Adults only) didactic course or already hold an RN FNE-A/P (Adolescents/Adults & Pediatrics) license in Maryland.
Working Conditions
- Works inside a clean, well-lighted environment. May be exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations. May be physically or verbally abused by patients. Expected to work on rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as necessary. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring the observance of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices.
Physical Requirements
- Standing, sitting, bending and walking is required 0-5 hours/shift. Involves heavy lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to and in excess of 100 lbs.) 0-3 hours/shift, in accordance with Safe Patient Lifting policy. Includes reaching for, fingering, grasping and handling equipment/supplies 0-3 hours/shift. Requires hearing/listening to differentiate sounds 0-3 hours/shift. Visual acuity is necessary to read labels, charts, documents and use various instruments 0-3 hours/shift.
