
Documentation
You’ll collect and record information about the patient’s injuries, their history and their experiences.
Evidence
You’ll work with law enforcement and appear in court on behalf of patients.
Support
You’ll maintain in-depth knowledge about therapy groups and other resources for patients.
Treatment
You’ll examine, evaluate and provide patients with physical and mental support.
- Community clinics
- Hospitals
- Public health offices
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Get an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
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Pass the NCLEX-RN.
03
Work as a Domestic Violence Registered Nurse, taking continuing education courses in Forensic Nursing.
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After three years you can get your Certification in Forensic Nursing. You can also become certified as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner.
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Get your Advanced Forensic Nursing Certification
once you have 2,000 hours of experience in Forensic Nursing with 30 hours of continuing education classes.
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You’re ready to work as a Domestic Violence Nurse.
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