Forensic Nurse - PRN Job at Memorial Hospital of Laramie County, Cheyenne, WY

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  • Memorial Hospital of Laramie County
  • Cheyenne, WY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

A Day in the Life of a Forensic Nurse

The Forensic Nurse will provide timely, non-judgmental, compassionate care to the victims of trauma and violence, to include but not limited to domestic violence (intimate partner violence), child abuse, strangulation, elder abuse, sexual assault and abuse). The Forensic Nurse must follow protocols established by the Medical Director and/or management of the Forensic Nurse Program for which the Forensic Nurse is employed.

Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?

  • 403(b) with 4% employer match
  • ANCC Magnet Hospital
  • 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employee Sponsored Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Loan Forgiveness Eligible

Here is What You Will Be Doing:

  • Triages patients to determine if medical exams are needed after a forensic exam.
  • Coordinates a team-based care strategy incorporating all agencies involved in assisting the victim and coordinate referrals for appropriate medical and psychological follow-up as needed for each patient.
  • Performs a complete physical and forensic evidence collection examination including Head-to-Toe assessment for trauma, detailed genital examination, forensic specimen collection and documentation, including photography, and assess for mandatory reporting status, reporting when appropriate.
  • Performs and documents sexual assault and forensic interview accurately and in accordance with the Forensic Nursing Program requirements.
  • Supports and participates in legal proceedings as needed.
  • Participates in quality assurance projects, community education, peer review and maintain medication test annually.
  • Debriefs as needed to maintain staff emotional and physical wellness.
  • Performs all forensic duties in compliance with Forensic Nursing Program protocols and regulations.

Desired Skills:

  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Expert knowledge and ability sufficient to develop and apply procedures in complex assignments.
  • Ability to provide clinical and community education.
  • Excellent computer, data collection, interpretation and analysis skills.
  • Ability to work independently with sound judgment and attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to interact respectfully with diverse cultural and socio-economic populations

Here is What You Need:

  • Wyoming Registered Nurse License or enhanced Nurse Licensure (eNLC)
  • Two (2) or more years of experience in forensic and/or emergency nursing
  • Cheyenne Regional RQI within 14 calendar days of start date
  • Fingerprint background check at hire and every five years thereafter.

About Cheyenne Regional:

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!

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