RN Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner SANE

Description

Job Responsibilities

• Obtain consent and patient history to formulate a plan of care as well as assess and conduct safety planning for victims and their families
• Collaborate with medical providers, victim advocates, law enforcement, Department of Child Services and other social service agencies to ensure optimal patient outcomes and enhancement of the patient experience
• Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, families, and coworkers
• Coordinate care by all agencies involved in assisting the sexual assault victim and coordinate referrals for appropriate medical and psychological follow-up as needed
• Assess, collect, and analyze comprehensive objective, subjective, psychosocial, and cultural data pertinent to patient condition
• Perform a complete physical and forensic examination for assessment for trauma with possible evidence collection when applicable
• Document detailed injuries with the support of photographic evidence as required
• Provide courtroom testimony related to the care and treatment provided.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• Minimum: Graduate of an accredited Associate Registered Nurse Program by date of hire.
• Preferred: BSN

Experience Requirements

• Minimum: One (1) year of clinical experience as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner

License/Certification Requirements

Minimum:

• Registered Nurse License eligible to practice in the state of Indiana
• Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Designation
• Basic Life Safety (BLS) - American Heart Association

Preferred:

• Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Certification (SANE) - International Association of Forensic Nurses
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through AHA within six (6) months of hire

Qualifications

Education

Associates or better in Nursing or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

BLS- Basic Life Support

Registered Nurse