An Education in Forensic Nursing Leads to Justice |
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August 29, 2006
by Edward Castro
ed.castro@healthcare-programs.com
Healthcare Programs Columnist
The U.S. Department of Justice states that as many as 4,000 women are killed annually by an intimate acquaintance. In comparison, violent crimes by women against men have decreased by approximately 12 percent in the past few years.
In most cases, these killings are related to a prior history of abuse or battery and have not been the result of premeditation. They are rarely crimes of passion. Often the woman describes that she felt killing the intimate was the only way to survive.
Finding Justice
There are more than 2,000 battered women in the U.S. today who are serving time in prison due to murder of an intimate in self defense. An education in forensic nursing leads to a career that seeks justice in situations such as these. Simply put, a forensic nurse applies the forensic aspects of health care with scientific investigations with a perspective toward legal proceedings.
Getting Ahead With An Education in Forensic Nursing
An education in forensic nursing can help a Registered Nurse take on new responsibilities, a legal nurse increase her worth in the courtroom, and a legal nurse consultant get many more jobs. An education in forensic nursing requires an additional educational commitment, but does more to improve employment opportunities than many other degrees and certifications.
SANE Education For Forensic Nursing
When it comes to investigating women who commit crimes against their abusers, few certifications are as important as the sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE) certification. SANE certified forensic nurses are trained specifically in forensics, law, criminal investigation, documentation, and evidence collection. Their role is crucial to the data collection process and ultimately increases the chances of successful prosecution.
About the Author
Edward Castro has an extensive experience as a creative media writer. His client portfolio has included such notables as Hewlett-Packard, Sony Computer Entertainment, Shockwave, AtomFilms, GameBlast and Mervyn's California. In his current position, Ed is developing the marketing strategy of an Internet start-up company specializing in Japanese trade goods.
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