Lisa Gorham, RN
Ijamsville,MD
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sexual Assualt Nurse Examiner A/P
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Fairfax, VA
10.2002 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel on rape kit collection and storage procedures.
- Performed physical examinations of sexual assault survivors to document evidence, collect specimens and provide treatment.
- Photographed injuries consistent with sexual assault cases.
- Preserved evidence collected from patients in accordance with legal requirements.
- Maintained proper chain-of-custody when handling evidence related to criminal investigations.
- Collected biological samples from patients using approved methods and techniques.
- Assessed the need for emergency contraception or prophylaxis against sexually transmitted infections.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Educated patients on prevention strategies and safety measures related to sexual assault incidents.
- Provided emotional support, crisis intervention and referrals to appropriate resources for sexual assault victims.
- Documented findings in a comprehensive medical-legal report according to state laws and protocols.
- Provided testimony regarding physical exam results, laboratory tests, photographs.
- Attended court hearings as an expert witness when needed by prosecutors or defense attorneys.
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner A/P
Frederick Memorial Hospital
Frederick, MD
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Please see above description for Inova Fairfax Hospital
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner A/P
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
Rockville, MD
01.2005 - 01.2014
- Please see above description for Inova Fairfax Hospital
Pediatric Gastroenterology Nurse
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Washington, DC
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Assisted during pediatric gastroenterology procedures in the OR and outpatient arena with administration of IV sedation, monitoring of overall patient status, and recovery after procedure.
- Patient teaching regarding various diagnoses and treatments.
- Coordination of all procedures and clinic appointments.
Registered Nurse, Research
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, MD
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Monitored and treated patients participating in a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program.
- Actively monitored patients going through detoxification from various substances.
- Participated in research programs with data collection and patient care administration according to set protocols.
- Attended community sobriety programs with patients for assistance and support.
- Assisted in research related to ADHD medication in children.
RN 3
Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute
Fairfax, VA
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Participated as a member of a patient care team coordinating care for inpatient mental health recipients.
- Administered medications and treatments per the patient treatment plan.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05-2003
Certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - Pediatric
International Association of Forensic Nurses
04-2003
Certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - Adult/Adolescent
International Association Of Forensic Nurses
01-2003
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA03-1996
Timeline
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner A/P
Frederick Memorial Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2014
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner A/P
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2014
Sexual Assualt Nurse Examiner A/P
Inova Fairfax Hospital
10.2002 - 06.2016
Pediatric Gastroenterology Nurse
Walter Reed Army Medical Center
01.2000 - 01.2005
Registered Nurse, Research
National Institutes of Health
01.1998 - 01.2000
RN 3
Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute
01.1996 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - Pediatric
International Association of Forensic Nurses
Certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - Adult/Adolescent
International Association Of Forensic Nurses
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Virginia Community College