Forensic Nurse Program Manager

Forensic Nurse Program Manager
Part Time - 64 hrs biweekly
Schedule Varies 

Meritus Health is seeking an experienced and dedicated Forensic Nurse Manager to provide leadership and oversight for our Forensic Nurse Sexual Assault Program. This role is an opportunity for a skilled forensic nurse leader to make a meaningful impact on patients affected by sexual assault, interpersonal violence, and abuse while strengthening the community's coordinated response to these critical issues.

The Forensic Nurse Manager maintains 24-hour accountability for the program and leads a team of qualified Forensic Nurse Examiners (FNEs) who provide specialized care and forensic services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What You'll Do

• Provide day-to-day leadership and operational oversight of the Forensic Nurse Sexual Assault Program.

• Recruit, develop, evaluate, and retain a highly qualified pool of Forensic Nurse Examiners.

• Develop and maintain the on-call schedule to ensure reliable 24/7 forensic nursing coverage.

• Provide initial and continuing education to support clinical competency and professional development of the forensic nursing team.

• Develop, review, and maintain program standards, policies, protocols, and evidence-based practices.

• Conduct quality reviews to ensure services meet applicable local, state, and national standards.

• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary community partners, including healthcare professionals, law enforcement, advocacy organizations, and other agencies involved in responding to interpersonal violence and abuse.

• Provide administrative and financial oversight for the Forensic Program, including the development, organization, and preservation of grant funding and grant-writing activities.

• Lead and coordinate projects and community-driven initiatives designed to strengthen the multidisciplinary response to sexual assault, interpersonal violence, and abuse.

• Identify opportunities to expand and enhance forensic services based on community needs and best practices.

• Promote ethical forensic nursing practice in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and ANA Code of Ethics.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.

• Master's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an acute care medical center.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Forensic Nurse Examiner.

• Previous leadership and/or management experience required.

• Experience managing and coordinating major projects preferred.

Why This Role Matters

Forensic nursing extends beyond the bedside. The Forensic Nurse Manager helps ensure patients experiencing some of life's most difficult circumstances receive compassionate, trauma-informed, and clinically excellent care while supporting the integrity of the forensic process.

Through strong leadership, community collaboration, education, and program development, you'll help shape a coordinated response that supports patients, strengthens partnerships, and advances forensic nursing services throughout our community.

Join Meritus Health

If you're an experienced forensic nurse ready to take the next step in leadership and help advance services for individuals affected by violence and abuse, we invite you to bring your expertise, compassion, and commitment to Meritus Health.

Apply today and help lead a program that makes a meaningful difference for patients and our community.

Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.