Nurse Manager/Clinical Director, PSARC
- Philadelphia, PA
- $75,200-112,790 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Work type: Full-Time
Location: Other - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, College of Nursing and Health ProfessionsJob SummaryReporting to CNHP Administration, the Nurse Manager/Clinical Director is responsible for management of PSARC's clinical staff and clinical operations. In addition, the Nurse Manager provides direct patient care and on-call response to victims of sexual assault. The Nurse Manager works closely with CNHP administration, the Program Director and the Medical Director to ensure high quality medical and forensic examination process and documentation consistent with guidelines set by Drexel University, the International Association of Forensic Nurses and other guideline entities.Essential Functions
- Program Management
- Supervise and oversee all clinical operation and staff personnel matters
- Maintain full clinical staffing through hiring, training of new staff, and retention of existing clinical staff
- Oversee in conjunction with program director the clinical scheduling process
- Ensure compliance, continuing education, and licensing requirements for clinical staff are met
- Plan and implement an annual clinical training schedule and serve as a resource as clinical expert to staff and those outside the agency
- Perform annual review & competencies for clinical staff
- Coordinate and manage all clinical nurse preceptorships/orientations
- Conduct billing for all services via the PA-Victims Compensation Assistance Programs
- Assist with patient follow-up efforts , including communications regarding prescriptions and aftercare, toxicology results, evidence destruction, and referrals as needed
- Prepare clinical staff for fact and expert witness testimony
- Provide feedback and quality improvement reviews of medical forensic records
- Perform quality improvement on clinical procedures/operations including lab compliance
- Represent PSARC in coalitions, grants, project teams, and other meetings
- Serve as administrative link between the College and PSARC
- Provide back-up on-call coverage in the event of clinical staffing shortages or emergencies
- Provide, in conjunction with program director, on-call supervision of programmatic or nurse needs during patient care services or agency requests
- Maintenance and ordering of medical supplies, including pharmaceuticals
- Collaborate with finance department to maintain fiscal needs and oversight, including grant compliance
- Participate and seek outside funding opportunities to support and grow PSARC mission
- Collaborate with outside partners such as advocacy groups, Philadelphia District Attorney and Philadelphia Special Victims Unit
- Maintenance and annual updates of the PSARC Policies and Procedures manual
- Other duties as assigned
- Clinical - Forensic Nurse Examiner
- Provide medical-forensic care to victims of sexual assault through direct patient care
- Testify as a fact witness to any/all cases performed while employed with PSARC, even if no longer employed with PSARC and/or for those cases in which PSARC colleague is unable to attend
- Maintain expertise as an FNE through continuing education, engagement with professional community, and review of current research and literature
- Obtain specialty nursing certification (SANE-A Certification) after two years of clinical experience
- Maintain professional standards that do not create conflict of interests with employment or patient care
- Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or the equivalent combination of education and work experience. (Please review the
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the state of Pennsylvania
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
- Completion of an IAFN Approved 40-hour Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) training
- Experience working with crime victims and/or marginalized communities
- Background/experience in medical forensic care
- SANE-A Certification (or commitment to test at the next testing window)
- Clear understanding of the dynamics of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and other types of violence
- Comfort with technology and electronic medical records
- Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment
- Ability to relate to a diverse group of professionals and stakeholders
- Ability to travel in the Philadelphia metropolitan area by personal car or public transportation
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Clinical management experience with direct reports
- English/Spanish speaking a plus
- Typically sitting at a desk/table
- Typically standing, walking
- Typically bending, crouching, stooping
- Other - Philadelphia, PA
This position is classified as Exempt, grade M. Compensation for this grade ranges from $ 75,200.00 to $ 112,790.00 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and for more details on Drexel's compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel's .Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.Advertised: Sep 2 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 4 2025 Eastern Daylight Time