Criminal Forensics
Become a specialized nurse in criminal forensics. This is a much misunderstood and undervalued area of nursing that deserves more attention. You may have already been involved in some aspects of this field of nursing without realizing what you were truly doing. Television today has many new CSI series focusing almost entirely on the role of the police. Did you know however, that nurses play a key role in many areas. From sexual assault examinations, domestic violence, child and elder abuse, emergency trauma, death investigation, to working within the prison systems and counseling children involved in violent acts; all of these situations are a part of this special branch of nursing. Today, you can take specialized courses and receive certification, pointing you out as an expert in your field.
With this certification you can easily become a legal nurse consultant, giving expert advise to lawyers and police.
Are you currently practicing as a forensics nurses?
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Below are links to web sites that can give you further insight in to this exciting field of nursing
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Do you practice as a forensics nurse? Share your experience and expertise (being careful about confidentiality of course) with other nurses.
This is a great way to support and help each other grow.
Criminal Library
American College of Forensic Examiners
IAFN
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