RN Forensics Nights

Job Description

Join BSWH McLane Children’s Hospital as a Registered Nurse in Forensics and be part of something better! The #1 city in the nation for Nursing opportunities and advancement!

Population : Children and Adult

Schedule : Full-Time, Nights- 6P-6A, 36 hours per week.  Call Required : with the max call requirement of 36hrs of call every 6 weeks

Forensic Medicine teams across Texas

The Forensic Medicine department at Baylor Scott & White Health includes the Sexual Assault and Violence Response Team and the Child Protection Team. Together, they provide compassionate, sensitive, timely care for victims of violent crimes, child abuse and neglect.

Unique to Central Texas, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple and Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Medical Center – Temple staff serve individuals in an eight-county area, including Bell, McLennan, Falls, Milam, Coryell, Lampasas, Burnet and Williamson.

Our forensic medicine teams are available at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple and Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Forensic nurse

The forensic nurse is available 24 hours a day for consultation. The nurse works closely with :

• Emergency department staff
• Law enforcement agencies
• Department of Family and Protective Services (CPS / APS)
• Local advocacy agencies
• Pediatrician with experience in the evaluation of child physical abuse and neglect
• Pediatric and adolescent gynecologist with experience in the evaluation of sexual abuse
• Adult and pediatric radiology staff
• Pediatric surgeons
• Trauma specialists
• Orthopedics
• Ophthalmologist
• Social work team
• Child life specialists
• Psychiatry department
• Criminal justice system

Both teams work together with advocates, law enforcement, legal professionals and the district attorney’s office to aid the investigation.

“The forensic nurse has the opportunity to provide compassionate, comprehensive care to a patient on possibly the worst day of their life. Our team works closely to coordinate trauma & violence-centered care while providing follow up through our social workers and medical directors. When consulted, you are treated as a subject matter expert and your knowledge & experience is a vital part of ensuring the health and safety of this vulnerable population. The forensic nurse gets to be an active part of making the community a safer place.”

Preferred Experience :

5+ years experience as RN

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

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Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include :

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note : Benefits may vary based on position type and / or level

Job Summary

As a Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. Secure patient travel. Know about patient needs in healthcare. Help patients and prevent issues. Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.

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Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

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