{"title":"Think Forensic, Act Forensic, Feel Forensic: Qualitative Descriptive Recording of Forensic Nurses' Experiences in German-Speaking Switzerland.","authors":"Malaika Vetter, Julian Mausbach, Tina Quasdorf","doi":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000576","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000576","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Forensic nursing (FN) is slowly increasing as an area of nursing practice in German-speaking Switzerland, particularly following the implementation of the Istanbul Convention.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To explore FN roles, barriers, and support structures in this part of Switzerland.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Qualitative descriptive study involving 10 expert interviews with FNs.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>FNs aim to improve care for patients affected by violence, balancing direct patient contact with interprofessional collaboration. While they feel confident in their responsibilities, challenges include limited role awareness among other professionals and unclear role definitions. Interprofessional collaboration remains underdeveloped but significantly affects FN responsibilities. The integration of FNs into the Swiss health care system depends on various factors, including positive political pressure and funding.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Improved communication, clearer role definitions, and further research on FN practices in Switzerland are needed. Overcoming challenges is crucial if Swiss FNs are to meet international standards and maximize their role within the national health care framework.</p>","PeriodicalId":94079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of forensic nursing","volume":" ","pages":"E151-E160"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145133173","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jennifer Delwiche, Jocelyn Spicuzza, Jessica Birbeck, Sarah Wangerin, Sheridan Miyamoto
{"title":"Policy Gaps in Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Care: A 50-State and Territory Review of Health Care Provider and Access Requirements.","authors":"Jennifer Delwiche, Jocelyn Spicuzza, Jessica Birbeck, Sarah Wangerin, Sheridan Miyamoto","doi":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000587","DOIUrl":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000587","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>To assess jurisdictional policies specifying: (a) which health care professionals are authorized to perform postsexual assault medical forensic exams (MFE); (b) whether specialty training is required; (c) restrictions on patient transfer when lacking sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) or specialized response; and (d) whether telehealth to increase access is addressed.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Reviewers conducted a systematic search of regulatory language related to MFEs across all U.S. jurisdictions between August 2023 and October 2024.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Nearly half (45%) of U.S. jurisdictions do not legislate or regulate the type of provider who may perform a MFE. Of those that do, only eight (14%) identify SANE among authorized providers.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>This policy review reveals inconsistencies across U.S. jurisdictions regarding provider authorization, training requirements, and access to MFEs. Without regulation, survivors face inequitable access to care nationwide, underscoring the need for strengthened state-level policies that standardize access and establish funding for consistent care standards.</p>","PeriodicalId":94079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of forensic nursing","volume":" ","pages":"E93-E103"},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145515283","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Perceived Value of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Certification and Retention: Case Study of a Rural South Texas Community.","authors":"Megumi Sakamoto, Ziqiao Chen, Nandita Chaudhuri","doi":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000602","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JFN.0000000000000602","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The recruitment and retention of sexual assault nurse examiners (SANEs) is a nationwide challenge, especially in the rural U.S.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>To examine SANEs' perception of the certification and its relation to the certification renewal outcome.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Twenty-three survey responses were collected from South Texas SANE certification program participants and were analyzed using t tests and linear probability regression models. In addition, we analyzed open-ended responses qualitatively.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The participants scored intrinsic value (e.g., internal benefits) higher than the extrinsic value (e.g., related to external factors). The effect of the value scores on the probability of renewal varied based on model specification. Nurses working on call and shifts had an increased probability of renewal compared with those working daytime. Extrinsic factors prevented most nurses from recertifying.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>To facilitate retention, institutional support that enhances the extrinsic value of the certification may be most effective for SANEs in rural communities.</p>","PeriodicalId":94079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of forensic nursing","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-03-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147446568","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Katherine Mai, Selime R Salim, Emily Tilstra-Ferrell, Sophia Rodriguez, Gweneth B Lazenby, Alyssa A Rheingold, Christine K Hahn
{"title":"From Referral to Service: Initial Outcomes of a Mental Health Outreach Program for Sexual Assault Survivors.","authors":"Katherine Mai, Selime R Salim, Emily Tilstra-Ferrell, Sophia Rodriguez, Gweneth B Lazenby, Alyssa A Rheingold, Christine K Hahn","doi":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000598","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JFN.0000000000000598","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aims: </strong>To examine data from an early intervention program for mental health following recent sexual assault (SA) to compare referral and service utilization rates before and after a community-based outreach model was implemented.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>In July 2022, mental health clinicians from the early intervention program, which is housed within an academic medical center, began providing outreach within the community's SA advocacy center. Analyses compared differences in average monthly program referrals and service utilization rates 18 months before and after the outreach model.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Independent samples t-tests indicated that while monthly average program referrals did not change (8.67 [SD=4.49] vs. 8.22 [SD=3.37], p=0.74), the monthly average service utilization rates were higher (58% [SD=23%] vs. 28% [SD=22%], p<0.01) after implementation of community outreach.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Community outreach models that coordinate care among hospitals and SA advocacy centers may improve engagement with early mental health intervention after recent SA.</p>","PeriodicalId":94079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of forensic nursing","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-02-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147292106","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Integrating Trauma-Informed Care and Military Cultural Competence for Care With Military Populations.","authors":"Sara Kintzle, Nicholas Barr","doi":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000601","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JFN.0000000000000601","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":94079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of forensic nursing","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-02-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147292114","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Hands of Justice and Care.","authors":"Sheree V Cornstubble","doi":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000600","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JFN.0000000000000600","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":94079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of forensic nursing","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-02-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147273684","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Assessing Trauma and Training Needs of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Across the United States-A 6-Month Follow-Up.","authors":"Haley R Dawson, Adriana Valenzuela, Nadja Schreiber Compo, Tami Thomas, Lopez Nobrega J","doi":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000589","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JFN.0000000000000589","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>To examine how the individual experiences of sexual assault nurse examiners (SANEs) changed across a 6-month period.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>SANEs from a prior study participated in a 6-month follow-up survey regarding secondary trauma, burnout, support, work-related challenges and training needs. Some also completed the Secondary Traumatic Stress Scale and the Professional Quality of Life Scale.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>There were a few changes in the feelings of secondary trauma and burnout, with most SANEs reporting little to none. However, there was a decrease in feelings of support. Further, many challenges and training needs remained stable across time.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>While secondary trauma and burnout were both low and stable, it is concerning that SANEs felt less supported over time. In addition, the lack of change in challenges and training needs may suggest that the needs of SANEs are not being addressed.</p>","PeriodicalId":94079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of forensic nursing","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-02-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146204494","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Bibliographic Analysis of Forensic Nursing Research and Its Implications for Clinical Forensic Nursing Practice in China.","authors":"Ding Xiao, Qingyi Li, Xin Wang, Yanfang Liu","doi":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000597","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JFN.0000000000000597","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aims: </strong>To analyze the state of forensic nursing in China and to provide guidance for advancing clinical forensic nursing practice.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Research literature on forensic nursing was retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection (WOSCC) and the China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) databases. Bibliometric methods were used to analyze and synthesize the literature.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The analysis was based on a total of 1,071 international publications (from WOSCC) and 8 key Chinese publications (from CNKI). The international forensic nursing literature reflected a mature field with current hotspots centering on sexual assault, trauma-informed care, and emergency nursing. In contrast, the Chinese literature was limited in volume and focused primarily on theoretical content.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>A developmental gap exists between the global and Chinese research landscapes in forensic nursing. Establishing forensic nursing education and programs, professional workforce, and practice standards aligning with international trends would support the systematic advancement of forensic nursing in China.</p>","PeriodicalId":94079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of forensic nursing","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-02-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146204562","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Reconceptualizing Forensic Nursing in South Africa: A Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) Analysis.","authors":"Tania de Villiers, Nicholas Metheny","doi":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000599","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JFN.0000000000000599","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>South Africa has among the world's highest rates of sexual violence. Evidence shows that nurse-led forensic care improves health and legal outcomes, yet formal forensic nursing education remains undeveloped.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>To examine facilitators and barriers to developing and sustaining forensic nursing curricula in the Western Cape province of South Africa.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Data from eight key informant interviews were analyzed using a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) framework.</p><p><strong>Findings: </strong>Strengths included committed clinical champions and institutional memory from prior initiatives. Weaknesses included shortages of trained educators, limited clinical training sites, and inadequate psychosocial support. Opportunities included existing sexual offences infrastructure, government support for decentralization, and recognition of nurses' roles in post-assault care. Threats included unclear regulatory guidance, professional hierarchies, and lack of formal posts.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Sustainable forensic nursing practice is feasible and urgently needed. Implementation should include regulatory engagement, institutional investment, and psychosocial supports to strengthen survivor-centered care.</p>","PeriodicalId":94079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of forensic nursing","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-02-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146204546","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jacqueline Callari Robinson, Jeneile Luebke, Lydia Biehr, Deborah Black, Peninnah M Kako, Charles Antwi-Boasiako
{"title":"Integrating Trauma and Violence informed care Training into an Indigenous Health Clinic: A Quality Improvement Study.","authors":"Jacqueline Callari Robinson, Jeneile Luebke, Lydia Biehr, Deborah Black, Peninnah M Kako, Charles Antwi-Boasiako","doi":"10.1097/JFN.0000000000000595","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/JFN.0000000000000595","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>While a trauma- and violence-informed approach to delivering health care can improve outcomes, it is unclear if training on this approach can promote cultural safety, reduce stigmas, and mitigate disparities for Indigenous populations.</p><p><strong>Aim: </strong>To deliver and evaluate a mandatory trauma- and violence-informed care (TVIC) training as part of a recently established medical forensic program at Gerald Ignace Indian Health Clinic.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Implemented TVIC training in early 2023 with 60 participants. Results from pretraining and post-training surveys, as well as a 4-month follow-up survey, were analyzed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Consistent improvements in exam comprehension and patient communication reflect a durable impact of the TVIC intervention, emphasizing long-term provider transformation through education.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Training in TVIC can empower staff to deliver care to Indigenous patients. Health care staff who interact with Indigenous patients may benefit from the implementation of similar training to help meet their health care needs in safe, trustworthy ways.</p>","PeriodicalId":94079,"journal":{"name":"Journal of forensic nursing","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2026-02-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146151512","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}