Public Health Nurse (CVRCC)

Shelby County•Memphis, TN

About The Position

The rape crisis Public Health Nurse works under the general supervision of the Director of Nursing, providing follow-up nursing services to victims of sexual violence served by CVRCC at the time of assault or in relation to the assault, thereby promoting public wellness, preventing disease, and reducing the risks of STI transmission within the population through evidence-based care and education.

Requirements

Two (2) years of full-time generalized nursing experience and AD/Diploma from an accredited School of Nursing; OR
Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing program; and
Active, unrestricted licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Tennessee (OR application for license transfer to TN must be in process for consideration).
PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
Maintains necessary CEU requirements for RN licensure or SANE certifications.
Must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license or secure one by date of employment.
Must have means of transportation to and from place of employment.
Must be able to work a modified schedule which may include nights, weekends and holidays if needed.
Must be able to be on call nights weekends and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

Crime victim or forensic nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides age-appropriate nursing care, regulated by the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act.
Provides prophylactic treatment for certain STDs and pregnancy, utilizing standard medical protocol.
Collaborates with CVRCC colleagues, hospital clinicians, local law enforcement agencies, and allied agencies in the comprehensive care of the sexual assault patient.
Coordinates and manages lab testing and results for CVRCC patients, including coordination with both the State of TN and Shelby County Health Departments.
Processes, interprets and communicates clinical information received from reporting laboratories, health care providers, community partners, and clinics involving care for the sexual assault patients.
Notifies patients of positive STI results and verifies the treatment and follow-up information.
Schedules follow-up visits for patients at 4-6 weeks, 3 months and 6 months, as indicated.
Communicates follow-up appointments to CVRCC Advocacy and Counseling teams for further connection at time of appointment.
Provides or coordinates appropriate follow-up case management activities to promote a continuum of care through referrals (as indicated) to connect patients with appropriate resources and services based on needs and availability.
Maintains supply levels in the exam room and assist with ordering supplies.
Assists in triaging and responding to nursing team phone calls.
Assists in compiling patient records and faxing and copying records for law enforcement, the district attorney general’s office, and the Department of Children’s Services.
Conducts regular peer review of patient records and participates in multi-disciplinary case staffing each week.
Maintains confidential case files with appropriate documentation and physical security systems.
Maintains necessary CEU requirements for RN licensure or SANE certifications.
Assists in designing, creating and conducting training on CVRCC procedure for various law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, Department of Children’s Services, hospitals and other appropriate community agencies.
Attends community events as needed.
Performs related duties as assigned or directed.