Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner
CODAC Health, Recovery & Wellness, Inc. · codac.org
TucsonOn-siteEntry level1+ yrsTemporary
The job in short
Sexual assault forensic examiner providing medical-forensic exams to assault survivors.
NursingClinicalLegal
Details
- Found
- 23 d ago · posted 2025-08-13
- Location as listed
- Tucson, AZ, USA
- Role
- Nurse (other)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: Country Club - Tucson, AZ, Position Type: Per Diem, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Up to 50% , Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Role of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners
Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFEs) is a medical professional who has completed specialized education and clinical preparation in the medical forensic care of the patient who has experienced sexual assault or abuse.
Generally, there are five goals of an examination by a SAFE. These include (a) documentation and care of injuries, (b) collection of medical-legal evidence, (c) evaluation of risk and prophylactic treatment of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), (d) evaluation of risk and emergency pregnancy interception, and (e) crisis intervention.
Qualification Requirements
To become a SAFE, you must be a RN, NP, DNP, or MD, preferably with two years or more experience in areas of practice that require advanced physical assessment skills, such as emergency, critical care and maternal child health. In addition, a 41 hour didactic training for adults or 43 hour didactic training for Pediatric/Adolescent as well as a preceptorship consisting of observation of three exams and observed performance of three exams.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs comprehensive sexual assault examination utilizing Colposcope, camera, etc. as appropriate.
Documents assessment inclusive of blunt and sharp injuries accordingly.
Develops Plan of Care reflective of current body of knowledge relating to sexual assault.
Administers medications/drugs as appropriate to exam findings.
Completes sexual assault evidence collection, provides discharge and follow-up care instructions and maintains chain of custody per ethical and/or legal statutes.
Participates in ongoing legal process and court appearances as required by state statutes.
Maintains confidentiality of the activities of the SACASA program unless required to by operation of law.
Qualifications: Education/License:
AZ Licensed RN,NP, DNP or MD
Experience:
A minimum of 1 year relevant work experience
Preferred two years clinical experience in any of the following areas:
Emergency, Intensive Care, Pediatric, Maternal Child, Psychiatric and/or Forensic Nursing.
Preferred Domestic Violence training.
Certifications:
CPR & First Aid Required
AZ Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card, required
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