Center of Hope Coordinator (0.9 FTE Alternating)

Franciscan Alliance•Munster, IN

13d

About The Position

The Center of Hope (COH) Coordinator Identifies and coordinates resources to meet the acute (Medical, Emotional and Legal) needs of the victims of sexual assault, domestic or other interpersonal violence. This position develops policies to ensure best practices are implemented to promote patient safety. The Coordinator recruits, trains and supports SANEs (and or by providing patient care) working in the Center of Hope to ensure competencies and standard of care met. This position requires collaborative work with the Medical Director, the area Centers of Hope or Sexual Assault Treatment Centers, and with the community at large. The Coordinator will participate in Center of Hope educational offerings: SANE training, clinical education, and community awareness and response to violence. This position actively seeks grant funding, implements projects, and manages grant funding to sustain and further develop the Center of Hope. This position collaborates with Law Enforcement and the lay community raising awareness of the Center of Hope and promoting the image of Franciscan Alliance. The Coordinator performs peer reviews and maintains the integrity of confidential information and chain of custody for samples collected for evidence. WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Alliance is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Alliance takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Medical Director Collaboration Collaborates with the Medical Director, the area Centers of Hope, Law Enforcement, Advocacy, Rape Crisis Centers and Prosecutors and with the community at large. Provide Consult to Medical Providers and Professional Staff (RNs, SANEs, and NPs). Safe Work Environment Maintains a clean and safe work environment by handling and clearing instruments, equipment, and supplies in accordance with infection-control policies and protocols. Administers and stores medication according to controlled substance regulations. Grant Funding Support Seeks grant funding, implement projects and manage grant funding to sustain and further develop the Center of Hope. Community Outreach Conducts or participates in community outreaching, including community partners such as Law Enforcement, Advocacy, coalitions, and other SATCs, promoting the image of the hospital and increasing awareness for services. Peer Review Performs peer review and maintains confidential patient information. Maintains a chain of custody for samples collected for evidence. Provides Court Testimony Provides Court Testimony. Resource Identification Identifies and coordinates resources to meet the acute (Medical, Emotional and Legal) needs of the victim of sexual assault, domestic or other interpersonal violence. Develops policies to ensure best practices are implemented to promote pt. safety.

Requirements

Associate's Degree Nursing / Patient Care
3 years SANE-Forensic Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) - State Licensing Board
Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
Unit Specific Certifications - Franciscan Alliance
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Certification (SANE) - International Association of Forensic Nurses
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree Native American Studies

Responsibilities

Identifies and coordinates resources to meet the acute (Medical, Emotional and Legal) needs of the victims of sexual assault, domestic or other interpersonal violence.
Develops policies to ensure best practices are implemented to promote patient safety.
Recruits, trains and supports SANEs (and or by providing patient care) working in the Center of Hope to ensure competencies and standard of care met.
Participate in Center of Hope educational offerings: SANE training, clinical education, and community awareness and response to violence.
Actively seeks grant funding, implements projects, and manages grant funding to sustain and further develop the Center of Hope.
Collaborates with Law Enforcement and the lay community raising awareness of the Center of Hope and promoting the image of Franciscan Alliance.
Performs peer reviews and maintains the integrity of confidential information and chain of custody for samples collected for evidence.
Collaborates with the Medical Director, the area Centers of Hope, Law Enforcement, Advocacy, Rape Crisis Centers and Prosecutors and with the community at large.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment by handling and clearing instruments, equipment, and supplies in accordance with infection-control policies and protocols.
Administers and stores medication according to controlled substance regulations.
Conducts or participates in community outreaching, including community partners such as Law Enforcement, Advocacy, coalitions, and other SATCs, promoting the image of the hospital and increasing awareness for services.
Provides Court Testimony.