Pediatric Forensic Nurse/UKHC

Job Title
Pediatric Forensic Nurse/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE52377

Working Title

Department Name
M4000:Pediatrics Clinic

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
10

Salary Range
$58,240-81,328/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Required Education

ADN

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

0 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN)

Physical Requirements

Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods. Repetitive motion. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds, or standing/walking for long periods of time.

Shift

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and additional hours as necessary based upon crisis situations.

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

Ability to work in an electronic health record; computer skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

BSN plus RN license plus SANE certification preferred. RN license plus one or more years related experience in forensic medicine preferred. RN license plus one or more years related experience in a Pediatric healthcare setting preferred.

Deadline to Apply
11/30/2025

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