Forensic Nurse Examiner Jobs
Forensic Nurse Examiner jobs are open across hospitals, sexual assault response centers, correctional facilities, and medical examiner offices, from staff examiner to program director, with specializations in sexual assault nursing, child abuse assessment, and death investigation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Sentara RMH Medical Center is now hiring a Program Coordinator, Forensic Nurse Examiner in the Emergency Department. The Coordinator will oversee the Forensic Nurse Examiner program that provides a vital service and support to community victims of violence through specialized care and expertise in collecting forensic evidence to support the victims in their path.
Education
- Associates or Bachelor's degree - Nursing (Required)
Certification/Licensure
- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Adult (SANEA) (Required)
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Registered Nurse license (Required)
Experience
- 2 years working experience in Forensic/Sex Assault nurse examinations (Required)
- 2 years of supervisory experience (Required)
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3 years nursing experience in an acute care setting (Required)
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
Sentara RMH Medical Center, a Magnet designated hospital located in Harrisonburg VA, serves a seven-county area with a population of 218,000 residents, employing 2600 locals. The 238-bed community hospital has been serving Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and surrounding areas since 1912, then partnered with the Sentara Health System in May of 2011. Sentara RMH features the RMH Hahn Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art center equipped with the latest cancer fighting technologies available in the nation administrating more than 18,000 cancer treatments. With 1800 delivered babies, 60,000 emergency patients and 21,000 surgical procedures, Sentara has a position for you. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.
Our Caring Workplace Environment
- A Caring Commitment serving our community for 100+ years
- Free and convenient parking
- Collaboration and shared governance
- CMS 5-Star and Magnet designated hospital
- EAP – 24 x 7
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
City/State
Harrisonburg, VAWork Shift
First (Days)Overview:
Overview
Sentara RMH Medical Center is now hiring a Program Coordinator, Forensic Nurse Examiner in the Emergency Department. The Coordinator will oversee the Forensic Nurse Examiner program that provides a vital service and support to community victims of violence through specialized care and expertise in collecting forensic evidence to support the victims in their path.
Education
- Associates or Bachelor's degree - Nursing (Required)
Certification/Licensure
- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Adult (SANEA) (Required)
-
Registered Nurse license (Required)
Experience
- 2 years working experience in Forensic/Sex Assault nurse examinations (Required)
- 2 years of supervisory experience (Required)
-
3 years nursing experience in an acute care setting (Required)
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
Sentara RMH Medical Center, a Magnet designated hospital located in Harrisonburg VA, serves a seven-county area with a population of 218,000 residents, employing 2600 locals. The 238-bed community hospital has been serving Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and surrounding areas since 1912, then partnered with the Sentara Health System in May of 2011. Sentara RMH features the RMH Hahn Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art center equipped with the latest cancer fighting technologies available in the nation administrating more than 18,000 cancer treatments. With 1800 delivered babies, 60,000 emergency patients and 21,000 surgical procedures, Sentara has a position for you. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.
Our Caring Workplace Environment
- A Caring Commitment serving our community for 100+ years
- Free and convenient parking
- Collaboration and shared governance
- CMS 5-Star and Magnet designated hospital
- EAP – 24 x 7
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in forensic nurse examiner jobs.
- Active registered nurse license with SANE-A or SANE-P certification required
- Experience conducting forensic medical examinations and collecting biological evidence
- Proficiency in documenting injuries using standardized forensic photography and body diagrams
- Ability to provide expert witness testimony in criminal and civil court proceedings
- Completion of an accredited SANE training program with supervised clinical hours
- Familiarity with trauma-informed care principles and mandatory reporting obligations
Tips for Your Forensic Nurse Examiner Job Search
Tailor your resume to forensic specialization
Generic nursing resumes don't land forensic roles. Highlight your SANE-A or SANE-P certification, evidence collection training, courtroom testimony experience, and any chain-of-custody documentation you've handled. Recruiters scan for these specifics before anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists forensic nurse examiner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by program model
Some forensic nurse programs are hospital-based, others operate through nonprofit SANE programs or law enforcement partnerships. Each has a different scope of practice and call schedule, so filter your search by setting type before you apply.
Document your multidisciplinary team experience
Employers expect forensic nurse examiners to collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutors, and child protective services. Your resume should name the specific teams you've worked with and describe your role in case reviews or MDT meetings, not just list clinical duties.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Forensic nurse interviews routinely include scenarios: a patient recants mid-exam, evidence collection conflicts with trauma-informed care, or you're asked how you'd handle a difficult cross-examination. Prepare concrete examples from your clinical and courtroom experience before you go in.
Negotiate on call obligations, not just base pay
Many forensic nurse examiner roles carry unpredictable on-call schedules that significantly affect quality of life. Before accepting an offer, clarify average monthly on-call hours, response time requirements, and whether on-call compensation is built into the offer.
Forensic Nurse Examiner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most forensic nurse examiners?
Sentara, WellSpan Health, and Frederick Health are hiring the most forensic nurse examiners right now, with openings concentrated in Maryland, Virginia, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hospital systems and nonprofit sexual assault response centers account for the largest share of active postings.
How many forensic nurse examiner jobs are remote?
About 14% of forensic nurse examiner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require hands-on patient examination and in-person court appearances. The sub-areas most compatible with remote work are forensic case review, program coordination, and training development for established SANE programs.
How do you become a forensic nurse examiner?
Start by earning your registered nurse license and gaining at least two years of clinical experience in emergency, ob-gyn, or pediatric nursing. Then complete an accredited SANE training program, which combines didactic instruction with supervised clinical exams. After logging the required patient hours, you can sit for the SANE-A or SANE-P certification exam through the International Association of Forensic Nurses.
Can you get a forensic nurse examiner job with little experience?
Some programs hire new SANE graduates into supervised staff examiner roles where experienced forensic nurses mentor you through your first independent cases. Your strongest asset without a long forensic history is a solid emergency or sexual assault advocacy background, completed SANE training hours, and documented trauma-informed care skills. Applying to hospital-based programs with established training pipelines gives you the best entry point.
What does the forensic nurse examiner interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a phone or video screen focused on your clinical background and certification status. A panel interview typically follows, often including a nurse manager, a program coordinator, and sometimes a law enforcement or advocacy partner. Expect scenario questions about difficult examinations, courtroom testimony, and mandatory reporting decisions. Some programs also require a skills demonstration or case review exercise before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to forensic nurse examiner jobs?
You can find and apply to forensic nurse examiner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your certification level, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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