Forensic Nurse Expert – SANE-P Specialty

Location: Remote.  Requires travel 1-2 times per month, with limited notice, including out of state.

Position: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, 5-20 hours per week

Reports to: Forensic Nurse Expert II

Supervisory responsibilities: None

About the Company

Godoy Medical Forensics Incorporated, originally founded in 2009 with one nurse, has evolved into a prominent consulting company boasting a diverse team of experts, including physicians, toxicologists, and Registered Nurses (RNs) from various backgrounds. With a wide-ranging scope, we offer expert opinions in numerous forensic areas, including but not limited to sexual assault, child abuse, gunshot wounds, assault, DUI, and homicide cases. We are retained by both the prosecution and the defense, with a significant portion of our cases coming from defense attorneys. Join us as we continue to expand our influence in the field of forensic nursing and expert consultation.

Job Overview
The Forensic Nurse Expert – SANE Specialty provides expert opinions and professional reports to attorneys in criminal and civil matters. The Forensic Nurse Expert – SANE Specialty is expected to represent the company in a manner that is professional and reputable.

Essential functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Case review – The nurse will be required to review pertinent discovery in criminal and civil matters, provide verbal consultation with attorneys and offer opinions including, but not limited to, those that relate to medical conditions, traumatic injuries, and medication affects.
• Written reports – The nurse must be capable of writing professional reports, citing credible resources and produce a product that is free of grammatical mistakes and plagiarism.
• Testimony – The nurse must be willing to provide testimony in-person and remotely. The nurse must be willing to travel 1-2 times per month, with limited notice, including out of state, with full compensation for travel and travel time.

Other Duties

• Sales/Marketing – The nurse may be asked to deliver presentations and exhibit at conferences for lead generation and company growth and development.
• Other tasks may include preparation of chronologies, locating and screening experts, and general assistance of other staff.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Education, Experience and Skills

• Current IAFN SANE certification in either Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics (while available), or its equivalent, demonstrated by meeting all of the following:
  • Active clinical practice conducting sexual assault medical-forensic examinations of at least 100 hours of practice per year, including direct patient care as a SANE, teaching/precepting SANEs, participating in peer review of SANE cases, or providing direction/consultation for SANE cases, including telehealth
• Completion of an accredited 40-hour Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics didactic course or completion of an accredited 64-hour combined Adult/Adolescent and Pediatrics didactic course
• Successful completion of a documented Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics clinical preceptorship or accredited clinical skills course
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience
• Registered Nurse license that is current and free of any negative history
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field
• Spoken Communication - Fluent in English, with clear articulation and professional delivery.
• Written Communication- Written reports must be high quality, fluent and free of grammatical errors or plagiarism.
• Public Speaking - Must be comfortable with public speaking and able to deliver a presentation or testimony without outward signs of anxiety.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Current IAFN SANE certification in either Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics
• Current relevant state SANE certification in either Adult/Adolescent or Pediatrics
• Current Academy of Forensic Nursing GFN-C or AFN-C certification
• Other specialized education, training and experience in forensic areas including, but not limited to child abuse, strangulation, gunshot wounds or homicide.
• It is desirable that the SANE FNE obtain a second specialty area as per the requirements set by Godoy Medical Forensics.
• It is highly recommended that the nurse obtain a Certification in Forensic Nursing, and start that program within six (6) months of employment.
• Emergency Room, Trauma, or ICU experience
• Testimony experience
• Public speaking experience

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Professional attire during client interactions, both in and out of the courtroom, is required. This includes conservative jewelry and minimal fragrances.  Tattoos must be able to be concealed when professional courtroom attire or speaking engagements are required.  Clean background check, including criminal record
• Access to high-speed internet connection in work environment

Physical Demands:

Sitting/Standing/Walking: Must be able to sit at computers for long periods of time. Standing and walking may be required

Speaking/Hearing: Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients

Vision: Must be able to see details on computer screen and read printed materials

What We Offer

• 401K w/Employer Match
• 11 Paid Holidays, plus 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• Remote Work Environment
• Opportunity for Growth and Leadership Development
• Onboarding Includes on the Job Training and Mentorship.
• Family-oriented Business Culture with Reasonable Flexibility
• Tuition Reimbursement

Godoy Medical Forensics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.