Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - SANE / Forensic

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) SANE / Forensic for a nursing job in Temple, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : SANE / Forensic
• Discipline : RN
• Duration : Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type : Staff

Schedule : Full-Time, Nights- 6P-6A, 36 hours per week. Call Required : with the max call requirement of 36hrs of call every 6 weeks

Forensic Medicine teams across Texas

The Forensic Medicine department at Baylor Scott & White Health includes the Sexual Assault and Violence Response Team and the Child Protection Team. Together, they provide compassionate, sensitive, timely care for victims of violent crimes, child abuse and neglect.

Unique to Central Texas, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple and Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Medical Center – Temple staff serve individuals in an eight-county area, including Bell, McLennan, Falls, Milam, Coryell, Lampasas, Burnet and Williamson.

Our forensic medicine teams are available at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple and Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Forensic nurse

The forensic nurse is available 24 hours a day for consultation. The nurse works closely with :

Emergency department staff

Law enforcement agencies

Department of Family and Protective Services (CPS / APS)

Local advocacy agencies

Pediatrician with experience in the evaluation of child physical abuse and neglect

Pediatric and adolescent gynecologist with experience in the evaluation of sexual abuse

Adult and pediatric radiology staff

Pediatric surgeons

Trauma specialists

Orthopedics

Ophthalmologist

Social work team

Child life specialists

Psychiatry department

Criminal justice system

Both teams work together with advocates, law enforcement, legal professionals and the district attorney’s office to aid the investigation.

“The forensic nurse has the opportunity to provide compassionate, comprehensive care to a patient on possibly the worst day of their life. Our team works closely to coordinate trauma & violence-centered care while providing follow up through our social workers and medical directors. When consulted, you are treated as a subject matter expert and your knowledge & experience is a vital part of ensuring the health and safety of this vulnerable population. The forensic nurse gets to be an active part of making the community a safer place.”

Preferred Experience :

Certified, or completed didactic training : SANE for Adults & Pediatrics

Experience Adults & Pediatrics

5+ years experience as RN

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are :

We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

We never settle by constantly striving for better.

We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include :

Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits

Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more

Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note : Benefits may vary based on position type and / or level

Job Summary

As a Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. Secure patient travel. Know about patient needs in healthcare. Help patients and prevent issues. Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.

Essential Functions of the Role

As an RN, conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs. Create, implement, and evaluate care plans. Adjust plans to reach desired outcomes.

Building relationships, managing discomfort, staying professional are vital in therapeutic connections with patients and families.

Creating care plans reflecting values aids in resolving issues.

You will help educate patients, families, nurses, and community members. Empower them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly.

Work with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.

You'll use different strategies for problem-solving with patients, families, and staff. Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.

Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth. Contribute to peers' development, show community service commitment.

Key Success Factors

A deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, as well as procedures.

Know nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in your area. Understand hospital procedures and rules.

Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common meds, and their side effects.

Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.

Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.

Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.

Excellent problem-solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.

Basic computer skills, encompassing areas such as Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

Qualifications

Grad of an Accredited Program

Specialized field of study should be nursing.

RN license.

Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.

Baylor Scott & White Health Job ID #25016552.

About Baylor Scott & White Health

As the largest not-for-profit health system in the state of Texas, Baylor Scott & White promotes the health and well-being of every individual, family and community it serves. It is committed to making quality care more accessible, convenient and affordable through its integrated delivery network, which includes the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, the Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance and its leading digital health platform – MyBSWHealth. Through 51 hospitals and more than 1,100 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in Dallas, Fort Worth and Temple, the system offers the full continuum of care, from primary to award-winning specialty care. Founded as a Christian ministry of healing more than a century ago, Baylor Scott & White today serves more than three million Texans.

Benefits