Forensic Nurse Jobs
Forensic Nurse jobs are open across hospitals, correctional facilities, law enforcement agencies, and medical examiner offices, from entry-level sexual assault nurse examiner roles to senior forensic nurse consultants and legal nurse consultants. 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 jobs.
- Active registered nurse license with current state board standing
- SANE-A or SANE-P certification from the International Association of Forensic Nurses
- Experience conducting forensic medical exams and collecting evidentiary specimens
- Proficiency in documenting injuries using standardized forensic photography and body diagrams
- Familiarity with chain of custody protocols and law enforcement coordination procedures
- Ability to provide expert witness testimony and prepare legally defensible clinical reports
Tips for Your Forensic Nurse Job Search
Tailor your resume to forensic specialization
List your SANE, FNE, or CFRN certification prominently and tie each bullet to a forensic outcome, like evidence collection, chain of custody documentation, or court testimony. Generic nursing resumes get screened out fast in this field.
Target postings by clinical setting type
Filter openings by facility type rather than job title alone. Correctional health, sexual assault response teams, and medical examiner offices each require a different skills emphasis, so matching your background to the setting sharpens your application significantly.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists forensic nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Document courtroom and legal experience clearly
If you've given expert witness testimony, prepared legal reports, or worked with prosecutors, call that out in a dedicated section. Many hiring managers in forensic settings rank legal collaboration experience as highly as clinical hours.
Prepare scenario answers around evidence handling
Interviewers for forensic nurse roles ask behavioral questions about maintaining chain of custody, managing traumatized patients during exams, and documenting injuries for legal proceedings. Rehearse specific cases where your protocol held up under scrutiny.
Negotiate for continuing education support
Forensic nursing certifications require ongoing renewal, and specialized training in areas like pediatric forensics or strangulation injury assessment is expensive. Ask during offer discussions whether the employer covers certification renewal fees and conference attendance.
Forensic Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most forensic nurses?
The most active employers for forensic nurses right now are WellSpan Health, Sentara, and IBIS Healthcare, and the most openings are in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to concentrate in areas with dedicated sexual assault response teams and large correctional health systems.
How many forensic nurse jobs are remote?
About 30% of forensic nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most roles require hands-on patient exams and evidence collection. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are legal nurse consulting, forensic case review, and expert witness preparation work.
How do you become a forensic nurse?
Start by earning your registered nurse license and gaining clinical experience, ideally in emergency, trauma, or obstetrics and gynecology settings. From there, complete an accredited forensic nursing education program, then sit for SANE-A or SANE-P certification through the International Association of Forensic Nurses. Many practitioners also pursue additional training in death investigation or legal nurse consulting depending on the specialty they want to enter.
Can you get hired as a forensic nurse without direct forensic experience?
Yes, many employers will consider candidates with strong emergency or trauma nursing backgrounds who have not yet worked in a formal forensic role. Completing a clinical forensic nursing course, volunteering with a sexual assault response team, or shadowing a certified examiner can bridge the gap. Earning your SANE certification before applying also signals readiness to hiring managers when hands-on forensic hours are limited.
What does the forensic nurse interview process look like?
Most forensic nurse interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your clinical background and certification status, followed by a panel interview with nursing leadership, a medical director, and sometimes a law enforcement liaison. Expect scenario-based questions about evidence handling, trauma-informed patient care, and documentation under legal scrutiny. Some employers ask candidates to walk through a mock exam intake or review a sample case report during the final round.
Where can I find and apply to forensic nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to forensic nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your certification level and clinical background, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and preferred setting.
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