Nursing Unchartered Ep. 58 - What Does a Forensic Nurse Do?
In this episode, Leah Helmbrecht BSN, RN joins the show to give a glimpse into the life of a forensic nurse. We discuss the hardest and most rewarding parts of the job, patient interactions, and more!
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We Discuss
(0:00) Introduction
(2:02) Leah’s Nursing Background
(10:40) Hardest Part of Forensic Nursing
(12:49) Working in the System
(16:47) What Leah Loves About Forensic Nursing
(23:10) Conversations with Patients
(40:30) Typical Patient Interactions
(53:55) Misconceptions for Patients Coming Into the Hospital
(1:00:45) Characteristics of a Strong Forensic Nurse
About The Guest
Leah Helmbrecht, BSN, RN, is a forensic nurse examiner and sexual assault nurse examiner. She has an Instagram, @offtheclocknurse, where she educates people about the specialty. She provides support and advice about toxic relationships and she debunks myths and misconceptions about the specialty.
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