Tampa bay FL Forensic question

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Hi everyone,

I'm finishing up nursing school and hoping to get a med-surg position but I also want another job 1-2 days a week. My second interest is in forensic science so I'm wondering if there are any options for a prn of some kind to work in forensic nursing? Also are there different types of forensic nursing positions in tampa bay?How do you get your foot in the door to work in this area? I have a BA in criminology and will be getting my Associates in nursing. I appreciate any advice.thanks!

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Hi! The forensic nursing course that I took was r/t sexual assault forensic nursing. I'm sure they offer a "SAFE" or "SANE" program at one of your area hospitals. Once you complete the course and required clinicals you would be a "Forensic Nurse Examiner". This job is all on-call for obvious reasons. You never know when a sexual assault will occur. With this job, your responsibilities include working closely with law enforcement, crime lab, and states attorneys office. You perform full assessments on your patients, collect forensic evidence, maintain chain of custody, administer prophylactic medication and emergency contraception, as well as refer to local resources for continuing psychological care. It is a great job but unfortunately you need to have at least 18 months current RN experience to begin the program. This may be different in your area so I would get in touch with one of the programs to get more information. There are also other areas in forensic nursing but as far as I know, the SAFE program is usually the best way to start your career and gain experience in the field. Good luck to you!!!!

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Thank you so much AshleyRN706! I really appreciate it! =)

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