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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for forensic nurse practitioner in the United States is $130,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Forensic Nurse Practitioner, you need advanced clinical nursing skills, forensic evidence collection expertise, and specialized certifications such as SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) or advanced forensic nursing credentials. Familiarity with evidence preservation protocols, chain-of-custody documentation systems, and legal reporting tools is vital. Excellent attention to detail, strong communication, and emotional resilience are important soft skills for this field. These abilities are essential to ensure reliable evidence collection, effective patient care, and smooth collaboration with law enforcement and legal professionals.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a forensic nurse practitioner?

A Forensic Nurse Practitioner spends their days conducting thorough medical assessments of patients who are victims or perpetrators of crime, collecting and documenting forensic evidence, and providing expert testimony when required. They often collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including law enforcement, social workers, and legal professionals to ensure comprehensive care and proper legal procedures. While there can be emotionally charged situations, practitioners receive specialized training to maintain a high level of objectivity and professionalism. Documentation, ongoing education, and communication with various agencies are regular aspects of the role.

What is a forensic nurse practitioner?

A Forensic Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is an advanced practice nurse who specializes in caring for patients affected by violence, trauma, and abuse. They provide medical care, collect forensic evidence, and may testify in legal cases. FNPs work in hospitals, clinics, law enforcement agencies, and community organizations to assess, treat, and advocate for victims. Their role bridges healthcare and the legal system, ensuring both medical care and justice for patients.

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Pediatric Forensic Nurse Practitioner-BSCC

Eisenhower

Rancho Mirage, CA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Default Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Hours:

0

Salary range:

$

Schedule:

Per Diem

Shift Hours:

8 Hour employee

Department:

Child Diagnostic

Job Objective:

Undertakes forensic medical exams of suspected sexual and physical abuse of children and adolescents age newborn to 17 as ordered by Riverside County law enforcement and/or Child Protective Services. When necessary, orders laboratory work and imaging to be conducted to better assess potential abuse. Conducts follow-up medical exams as necessary. Conducts medical exams of children entering the foster care system.

Job Description:

Education:
Required: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited school of nursing
Licensure/Certification:
Required:

Active and unrestricted CA licensure as Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Nurse Practitioner Furnishing (NPF) license number from the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)

Current board certification as NP by a nationally accredited organization in a population foci

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate to dispense controlled substances (II-V)

National Provider Identifier (NPI)

CURES registration

Current Basic Life Support certification (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA)


Experience:
Required: Two (2) years of experience in child abuse pediatrics, including conducting forensic medical exams for sexual and physical abuse, and the care of children in foster care

Reports To: BSCC Medical Director and/or Eisenhower Emergency Department Medical Director
Supervises: N/A
Ages of Patients: Pediatric, Adolescent
Blood Borne Pathogens: High Potential

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

Ability to be flexible in response to unexpected change in work volume, Ability to establish good working relationships and work in a professional manner with patients, physicians, and co-workers, Ability to function in a high volume environment, analyze situations quickly and accurately, and take appropriate action, Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality, Ability to problem solve independently, Ability to work independently and exercises a high degree of initiative, judgment and discretion, Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, Strong understanding of evidence-based practice, medical guidelines, and state and federal healthcare regulations, Written and verbal communication skills

Essential Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
2. Secures appropriate consents for treatment, medication administration, photography and/or forensic exam.
3. Performs timely, thorough and professional forensic examinations, evidence collection, and documentation as per protocol, including providing timely, thorough, and professional forensic evidence collection, documentation/photo documentation, and preservation of evidence.
4. Evaluates pregnancy risk and offer prevention as appropriate (which may be in conjunction with the Emergency Department physician); obtains informed consent as needed.
5. Evaluates and treats prophylactically for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) as per protocol and as indicated, which may be in conjunction with Emergency Department physician.
6. Assesses, documents, and seeks care for injuries noted on forensic exam and reports any findings that may require immediate medical intervention to Emergency Department staff/physicians and BSCC Medical Director and refers patient to Emergency Room physician for further evaluation and care as warranted.
7. Performs medical exams of children entering the foster care system.
8. Provides crisis intervention and ongoing support and education to victims and support persons throughout treatment; appropriately refer victims for immediate and follow-up medical care and/or counseling.
9. Provides discharge instructions, follow-up medical care options and referrals, which may include Victims of Violent Crime Compensation.
10. Schedules and performs medical follow-up as per protocol and as needed.
11. Participates in peer review, process improvement and quality review.
12. Maintains annual competencies to conduct forensic evidentiary examinations.
13. Provides expert testimony in court when indicated/subpoenaed.
14. Attends monthly Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings with law enforcement, prosecutors and Child Protective Services.
15. Performs other duties as assigned.

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