Forensic Nursing Certificate
Kaplan University
Interested in investigative sciences and victim advocacy? Consider the challenging field of forensic nursing. Forensic nurses may be called to a crime scene or accident to work with detectives, collect evidence, and take tissue and blood samples. Forensic nurses treat survivors of assaults or violent accidents, and victims of negligence, abuse, or violent crimes. The job is fast-paced and exciting, with real issues at stake.
What Does a Forensic Nurse Do?
Work with law enforcement to collect evidence at crime and accident scenes. Care for survivors of assaults or violent accidents, and victims of negligence, abuse, or violent crimes. Forensic nurses may identify injuries and/or death and their causes, preserve and document the chain of custody, and refer victims for appropriate follow-up care.
How Much Does a Forensic Nurse Earn?
As much as $55 to $300 per hour.*
Where Does a Forensic Nurse Typically Work?
Hospitals, law enforcement agencies, and independent practice.
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*Based on a survey of International Association of Forensic Nurses members.
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