Sr Registered Nurse (RN) Specialty - Forensic SANE Nurse - FT Nights
Company: Parkland Health and Hospital System
Location: Irving
Posted on: April 6, 2025
Job Description:
Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether
your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other
areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at
Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and
well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By
joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy
that's served our community for more than 125 years. Put your
skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a
talented team where patient care is more than a job. It's our
passion. - -Primary Purpose A Registered Nurse (RN) with 2 or more
years of experience. The RN is a licensed professional who uses the
Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient
care delivery, that focuses on a particular patient
population(s)/specific health conditions, by the health care team.
Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies
nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops
and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the
patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and
the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through
the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or
delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel
based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition
and the competencies of the employee.
Why Parkland Health?At Parkland Health, we believe that our success
is built on the dedication, passion, and unique perspectives of our
team members. When you join us, you're not just starting a job -
you're beginning a meaningful career that supports your personal
growth and professional aspirations. We are committed to fostering
a workplace where every individual is encouraged to reach their
full potential. At Parkland, you'll have the opportunity to work
alongside passionate professionals in nationally recognized
specialty areas, and be part of a culture that supports learning,
collaboration, and innovation. -Our team members don't just work
here-they thrive here, making a lasting impact on the health and
well-being of the communities we serve. Join us and see why your
career matters here! - -
Benefits:
- Medical - Active Day 1 of hire
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Mandatory Savings Plan -
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Personal Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Health Center
- Employee Pharmacy Services
- Onsite Dental Services
- And more! -
Job Summary:
- Serves as patient advocate by focusing on patient needs,
patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural
preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all
Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc.
- Serves as a nursing resource for registered nurses, attending
physicians and residents providing medical care for patients who
have experienced violence.
- Provides patient care educational information regarding medical
forensic specimen collection, medication treatment, and discharge
planning to patients who have experienced violence and their family
members.
- Participates in information exchanges with nursing, Parkland's
VIP/Rape Crisis Center, law enforcement agencies, District
Attorney's Office, Attorney General's Office. Testifies in court as
an expert or fact witness.
- Practices as a sexual assault nurse examiner in accordance to
established standards of care as established by the International
Association of Forensic Nurses, and Texas Office of the Attorney
General; guidelines set by the state of Texas Nurse Practice Act,
Parkland's policies/procedures, and forensic nursing scope and
standards of practice.
- Completes medical forensic examination documentation. Maintains
accurate and timely entries and notations in separate patient care
records and medical forensic records. Ensures all documents meet
the standards, goals, and objectives of the Forensic Examiner
Team.
- Responsible for assisting in mentoring and training new
Forensic Nurses in performing sexual assault medical forensic
examinations.
- Participates in SANE Peer Review and quality assurance
/performance improvement projects in accordance with the
departmental and institutional QAPI plans.
- Stays abreast of latest developments, advancements in forensic
nursing practice by attending seminars or workshops, reading
professional journals, and actively participating in professional
organizations.
- Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer
satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and
monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of
the department and Parkland.
- Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies,
laws and guidelines that impact the department. Develops effective
internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable
laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and
private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure
proper understanding.
- Any duties deemed competent. -
Minimum Qualifications:
- BSN Degree from an accredited Professional School of
Nursing.
- Current/Valid State of Texas RN license or valid temporary
permit; or valid Compact RN license in good standing and without
any restrictions.
- Minimum of two (2) years of direct registered nurse (RN)
clinical experience in Forensic Nurse Examiner, Emergency
Department, Trauma, and/or ICU/CCU in the last two (2) years
(Clinicals/Internships/LVN experience will not substitute this
requirement). - -Certification/Registration/Licensure: -Please
note, all required certifications must be 30 days or more from
expiration from start date.
- Current/Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
certification card -from one of the following: American Heart
Association American Red Cross Military Training Network.
- Certification as an Adult/Adolescent Sexual Assault Nurse
Examiner from the Office of the Attorney General of Texas -OR-
- Certification as an Adult/Adolescent Sexual Assault Nurse
Examiner from the International Association of Forensic Nurses
-OR-
- Current trainee in process of actively acquiring SANE
certification, and -become certified within six (6) months of hire
(will need to provide proof of course description, enrollment, and
organization).
- May be required to have additional specialty certifications -
-#LI-SS2 - - -
Parkland Health and Hospital System
prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability,
national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran
status. -As part of our commitment to our patients and employees'
wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
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