A Domestic Violence Nurse works with children, women, the elderly, and any other patients who have dealt with domestic violence. They keep patients safe and care for all their wounds — physical, emotional, and mental. They also keep detailed records of patients’ medical charts for the judicial system. Nurses who venture into this field are becoming pioneers of what is seen as a relatively new and fast-growing discipline.
Things You'll Do:
- Examine victims
- Provide victims with support
- Document patient injuries
Your job characteristics:
- Multifaceted
- Patient-facing
- Independent
How You'll Get There
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Get YourNursing Diploma, Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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Pass YourNational Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN)
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You can start working as a Domestic Violence Registered Nurse.
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You can also choose to become a trained Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)
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Pass YourForensic Nursing certification exam (voluntary)
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Work three years as a Registered Nurse in domestic violence.
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Become aDomestic Violence Nurse
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Can Expect- You’ll examine victims, assessing the extent of their injuries, and providing them with support and information regarding help centers and other resources.
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