Member Spotlights
Shout-out to our members who have been spotted getting media attention recently!
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Brooke Spake
Recognized in her organization’s newsletter as one of the staff members working night shift in the Level 1 trauma center to be there for the most vulnerable patients and offer passion, connection and support as she cares for her patients.
Dr. Stacy Miller
Dr. Stacy Miller, CAC Forensic Nurse Practitioner, joined PBS Newsmakers‘ hosts Jayne Ann Bugda and Andy Mehalshick in February to discuss the work of the Child Advocacy Center and talk about recognizing the signs of abuse.
Haley Lichtie
Featured in an article highlighting her passion for forensic nursing and its vital role in supporting domestic violence victims. She emphasized the importance of the Strangulation Exam Reimbursement Program funding in Utah.
Becky O’Neal
Becky O’Neal, SANE coordinator, was featured in an article about the IAFN Texas Chapter’s seminar raising awarenes of the importance of forensic nurses’ work. Healthcare workers, police officers, and community advocates participated in the event.
Faith Koehler
Faith Koehler, the FNE Coordinator at Archuleta County Public Health, was featured in an article announcing the launch of a new forensic nurse examination program in Pagosa Springs. She emphasized the importance of providing specialized, trauma-informed care for victims of violence, easily accessible and close to home.
Kalen Knight
Featured in the Nurse Converse by Nurse.org podcast episode discussing the SOAR program, which supports nurses experiencing domestic violence. The program bridges the gap between forensic nursing and employee advocacy, fostering a more supportive environment.
Shawnese Gordon
Recognized in her organization’s newsletter as one of the staff members working night shift in the Level 1 trauma center to be there for the most vulnerable patients and offer passion, connection and support as she cares for her patients.
Lisa Montoya
Profiled in this article, in which she explains her commitment to forensic nursing, which she says is her calling, and the amazing work of SANEs.
Katherine Scafide
Was named an American Academy of Forensic Science (AAFS) Fellow, which recognizes her extraordinary contributions to forensic nursing. Katherine is one of only eight current nurses who are AAFS Fellows.
Sarah Hayes
Met with Congressional representatives during Advocacy Day in Washington, DC. This article discusses her experience and also describes the TeleSAFE grant program and the Violence Against Women Act.
Jessica Tonia
Is a nurse and legal nurse consultant, was featured in this story that highlights her passion for helping others in the nursing field.
Her private practice, FAQ BY Nurse Jessi Consulting, LLC, gives her the opportunity for meaningful work in both healthcare and the law.
Paula Marks
Has recently stepped into the role of Director of Forensic Nursing at SAFE Alliance. She was featured in this story for her vital work on the accessibility of forensic nurse and advocate hotlines.
She keeps raising awareness of the challenges in staffing and the importance of 24/7 support for survivors.
Tulsa O’Shea
Is a forensic nurse for Augusta Health, and was featured in this story about the opening of a Forensic Exam Room at Valley Children’s Advocacy Center in Staunton.
This is one of the greatest projects she has worked on.