Registered Nurse SANE Program Lead
About The Position
The Registered Nurse - SANE Program Lead will provide comprehensive, trauma-informed care to patients presenting after a sexual assault, addressing their physical and psychological needs. This role oversees the day-to-day operations of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program, ensuring 24/7 RN SANE response coverage. The Lead will maintain a reporting structure to the Nursing Director, serve as a resource on state legislation, and ensure program compliance with the Sexual Assault Survivor Emergency Treatment Act (SASETA). Responsibilities include preparing and providing orientation, mentorship, and evaluation for RN SANE Program personnel, establishing annual competency and quality assurance goals, and partnering with Emergency Services leadership to develop and maintain the program budget. The Lead will also ensure RN SANEs receive timely information, prepare meeting minutes, collaborate on monthly on-call schedules, maintain supplies and equipment for forensic examinations, manage forensic photography, collect and manage data for quality assurance and SASETA reports, and participate in regional Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) meetings. Additionally, the role involves assisting RN SANEs with courtroom proceedings, collaborating with Legal and Risk teams, working with multidisciplinary teams, serving as an educator for hospital staff and community members, building relationships with community resource personnel, law enforcement, and EMS, and participating in community outreach and prevention initiatives. The Lead will promote regulatory compliance, high-quality patient care, patient safety, and a positive patient experience.
Requirements
- Current professional Nursing Licensure in the State of Illinois required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
- Completion of an International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN)-accredited SANE course with the required State of Illinois clinical component required
- Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse required
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as an RN SANE leader or managing an RN SANE Program preferred
- Prior experience in forensic nursing preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive, trauma-informed care to patients presenting after a sexual assault, addressing the physical and psychological needs of patients served
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program, including coordination of 24/7 RN SANE response coverage
- Maintain a reporting structure to the Nursing Director and share information necessary to support effective program operations
- Serve as a resource on current state legislation and ensure program compliance with the Sexual Assault Survivor Emergency Treatment Act (SASETA)
- Prepare and provide orientation, mentorship, and evaluation for personnel in the RN SANE Program
- Establish and facilitate annual competency and quality assurance goals for the program
- Partner with Emergency Services leadership to develop and maintain the program budget
- Ensure RN SANEs receive timely and up-to-date information necessary to support program operations
- Prepare and distribute meeting minutes and other written communications
- Collaborate with Emergency Department leadership to develop and maintain monthly on-call schedules and support continuous program coverage
- Maintain supplies and equipment required to conduct forensic examinations
- Maintain forensic photography equipment and storage in accordance with SASETA requirements and organizational policies
- Evaluate and release forensic photography in accordance with established policies
- Collect and manage required data, prepare quality assurance reports, and submit required reports in accordance with SASETA
- Participate in regional Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) meetings and other sexual assault task force meetings
- Assist RN SANEs in preparing for courtroom proceedings and collaborate with Legal and Risk teams as needed
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to communicate program needs and support efficient program operations
- Serve as a resource and educator for hospital providers, staff, and community members regarding program functions and sexual assault care
- Build and maintain relationships with community resource personnel, law enforcement, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
- Participate in community outreach, education, and sexual assault prevention initiatives as requested or needed
- Promote regulatory compliance, high-quality patient care, patient safety, and a positive patient experience
Benefits
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options, including Domestic Partner Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
