Is Forensic Nursing for You? |
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January 30, 2007
by Edward Castro
Healthcare Programs Columnist
When a woman is sexually assaulted, it is crucial that she get to a medical professional as soon as possible, preferably one with training in forensics from an accredited nursing program. If you want a career helping others, you could be that professional.
While the victim's physical wellbeing is the top priority, the collection of valuable evidence is a close second. There is a better chance of finding evidence if the assault occurred within the past three days.
Forensic Training: Nursing Degrees
Medical evidence is collected when a sexual assault victim asks for police involvement. A forensic nurse is trained either through a nursing degree program or certification courses to screen the victim's body, clothes and belongings for evidence of the perpetrator.
The Kit
The evidence that is collected is then sealed inside a Sexual Assault Evidence Kit and given directly to the law enforcement agency conducting the investigation. The training received by a forensic nurse from an accredited nursing program assures that the evidentiary procedure is followed and no contamination occurs.
Whether you choose to acquire your training from a forensic nursing program or through an accredited certification course, your training will help hundreds of women find peace and justice after a sexual assault.
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.
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