Pediatric Forensic Nurse/UKHC

Job Title
Pediatric Forensic Nurse/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE50239


Working Title
Pediatric Forensic Nurse


Department Name
M4000:Pediatrics Clinic


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
10


Salary Range
$48,360-81,328/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

ADN



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required 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?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Experience working with children in a Pediatric healthcare setting. Experience with forensic medicine is a plus. SANE certification preferred.



Deadline to Apply
05/15/2025


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