Job TitlePediatric Forensic Nurse/UKHCRequisition NumberRE50239Working TitlePediatric Forensic NurseDepartment NameM4000:Pediatrics ClinicWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level10Salary Range$48,360-81,328/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
ADN
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
0 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 25lbs.
Shift
Monday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed
Job Summary
The Pediatric Forensic Nurse serves as a member of the Pediatrics healthcare team to enhance support for patients, families, providers and staff in the Forensic Pediatrics program at UK HealthCare. The Pediatric Forensic Nurse is critical to providing direct patient care to children who have suspected abuse/neglect and ensuring they receive the necessary nursing care and medical support to help them thrive.
This person will work closely with the clinic Social Worker, providers and DCBS on suspected abuse and medical neglect referrals and will be required to testify in court on behalf of the information obtained through forensic interviews and investigation. This nurse will be required to complete specific training on physical and sexual abuse and serve as an expert in this field. SANE certification is preferred.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Registered Nurse
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Experience working with children in a Pediatric healthcare setting. Experience with forensic medicine is a plus. SANE certification preferred.
Deadline to Apply05/15/2025Our University Community
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