Location: Wichita, KS
Facility: Ascension Via Christi St Joseph
Department/Specialty: Emergency Services
Schedule: Rotating | PRN
Lead comprehensive forensic examinations with a trauma-informed approach, ensuring patients receive compassionate care while meticulously preserving the integrity of physical evidence.
Document the patient’s journey by capturing accurate medical histories and forensic findings that serve as a vital bridge between healthcare and the justice system.
Advocate for patient recovery by administering prophylactic treatments and coordinating essential referrals to ensure long-term psychological and physical support.
Serve as a clinical expert for the community and legal system, providing clear communication to families and offering professional testimony to ensure the patient's voice is heard in court.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.
- Certification specializing in Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner preferred.
Education:
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Completion of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner training SANE-A within 12 months and completion of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner training SANE-P within 16 months, if applicable.
Clinical Expertise: A minimum of 2 years of professional nursing experience preferred.
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Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
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