Resources, clinical guidance, education, and practical tools to support forensic nurses and healthcare professionals across Tennessee.
Evidence-informed clinical guidance, reference materials, documentation tools, and practical resources to support forensic nursing practice.
Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault 
Pediatric Forensic Care 
Discharge, Follow-Up & Safety Planning 
Clinical Forms & Quick Tools National Protocol for Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examinations: Adults/Adolescents
National Protocol for Intimate Partner Violence Medical Forensic Examinations:
Resources for healthcare organizations developing or strengthening forensic nursing programs.
Disclaimer:
The Tennessee Coalition does not endorse any external training provider. Resources are provided for informational and educational purposes.
Forensic nursing is a specialized field of nursing that provides trauma-informed healthcare to individuals affected by violence, abuse, neglect, and trauma. Forensic nurses care for patients while documenting injuries, collecting forensic evidence when appropriate, and collaborating with multidisciplinary partners to support healing, safety, and justice.
A forensic nurse provides specialized care to patients affected by violence and trauma. A Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) is a forensic nurse with specialized education and clinical training to provide medical forensic care to survivors of sexual assault. SANE is one of several forensic nursing specialties.
Requirements vary, but generally nurses must hold an active RN license, complete specialized forensic nursing or SANE education, and, when applicable, complete supervised clinical training. The Coalition can help connect you with training, education, and certification resources.
Certification is encouraged and demonstrates advanced knowledge and competency, but requirements vary by employer and program. The Coalition can help you explore education and certification opportunities.
The Coalition provides technical assistance to hospitals and healthcare organizations interested in developing or expanding forensic nursing services. We can assist with planning, policies, protocols, training, sustainability, and systems collaboration.
Join the Tennessee Forensic Nursing Network to connect with forensic nurses and multidisciplinary professionals across Tennessee. Members receive networking opportunities, education, technical assistance, exclusive resources, and ongoing support.
Support is available 24/7. Find services near you or call a hotline now. It is completely free, confidential, and safe.
Tennessee Domestic Violence Hotline
Tennessee Sexual Assault Hotline
Documentation & Assessment 
Forensic Photography 
Evidence Collection 
STI, HIV & Pregnancy Care 
Strangulation & Head/Neck Injury 
Intimate Partner Violence