October 29, 2024

EP 72: What Is A Forensic Nurse Examiner?

54 minutes

This conversation explores the critical role of forensic nursing and SANE nursing. This week's guest is Kalen Knight, a forensic nursing specialist who works as a SANE nurse and a medicolegal death investigator. He discusses the development of a forensic nursing program aimed at supporting healthcare professionals who experience violence, the barriers to implementing such programs, and the importance of forensic care in resolving crimes. The dialogue emphasizes the need for organizational support, education, and the empowerment of victims through comprehensive care. He also highlights success stories and provides advice for those interested in forensic nursing, emphasizing the importance of education and resource connection.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

02:29 Cocktail of the Week

05:45 Guest Introduction

07:45 What is Forensic Nursing?

11:05 Why Did You Choose Forensic Nursing?

13:10 Barriers for Male Forensic Nurses

18:50 Healthcare Workers Victims of Workplace Violence

19:20 Most Organizations Have no Workplace Violence Policy

24:20 Barriers to Hospitals Providing SANE Nursing Services

26:35 Vicarious Trauma

27:34 The Impact of Forensic Nursing on Crime Resolution

33:04 Building Organizational Support for Forensic Nursing Programs

37:40 Problem of the Week

42:40 Challenges of Workplace Violence in Healthcare

45:25 SOAR Program

47:48 Advice for Aspiring Forensic Nurses

49:39 Getting Started in Forensic Nursing

51:02 Getting Involved in Forensic Nursing Globally

52:44 Enema of the Week Award

Cocktail of the Week:

Bloody Mary

5 oz Bloody Mary mix + 1 oz Vodka

mix in shaker and serve over ice.

Garnish with celery, olives, bacon or your garnish of choice.

Follow Kalen here:

Instagram: @forensic_murse

https://www.instagram.com/forensic_murse?igsh=NHB4NGdocXV4NzY1

IAFN Association:

https://www.forensicnurses.org/

IAFN Foundation:

https://fundforensicnursing.org/

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