Manager Forensic Nurse Examiner Program New

Kootenai Health is excited to announce an opportunity for a Manager of the Forensic Nurse Examiner Program to join our dedicated team.

In this pivotal role, you will lead the development, oversight, and enhancement of the Forensic Nurse Examiners (FNE) Program. Your responsibilities will include creating and implementing a comprehensive program that prioritizes the needs of survivors of violent crimes. You will regularly evaluate the FNE curriculum to ensure it aligns with current best practices and commit to improving the quality of care through the establishment of standards, protocols, and facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration and peer reviews.

We are looking for a passionate leader who is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

What you will do:

• Oversees FNE program and its day-to-day operations, including on-call scheduling, payroll, and department personnel
• Responsible for FNE program development, coordination, and educational activities evaluation
• Aligns policies, practice, and processes for FNE with best-practice; researches and ensures adherence to regulatory standards and requirements
• Develops an annual budget and identifies any additional appropriate revenue sources
• Develops, implements, and manages peer review, chart audit and quality assurance mechanisms
• Participates in programs to promote recruitment, retention, and development of FNE program
• Coordinates the FNE program orientation, monitors training requirements for FNEs and schedules ongoing training as needed
• Schedules and conducts FNE staff meetings; prepares and distributes meeting minutes
• Responsible for FNE quarterly check-ins and evaluations
• Acts as a liaison with community groups, including involvement in local SARTs, and offers community education on relevant issues and the role of the project
• Develops and maintains appropriate departmental polices related to the FNE program
• Testifies in court as an expert and assist other Forensic Nurses in preparing for court testimony
• Works collaboratively with law enforcement, Prosecutor’s Office, and local victim’s services
• Participates in long range planning, goal setting, development, and evaluation of FNE program

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a BSN required
• Current RN licensure in the state of Idaho required
• Minimum 5 years of emergency department experience required
• Minimum 3 years’ experience practicing as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner or Forensic Nurse Examiner required
• SANE-A and SANE-P certification required. Must hold at least one certification for SANE-A or SANE-P at the time of hire. Will be expected to obtain other certification within 2 years of hire
• ENPC, and CEN or CPEN preferred
• Completion of a Forensic Nurse program preferred
• Pediatric patient care experience preferred
• Previous supervisory experience, teaching, or leadership experience preferred
• Demonstrates ability to interact with multidisciplinary teams, communicate program needs, and work with peers to establish smooth functioning
• PALS, TNCC, and ACLS certification required
• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you! Apply today!

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $108,000.00 - $127,800.00 per year