Mosaic Life Care-posted 5 days ago
$32 - $51/Yr
Full-time
St. Joseph, MO
1,001-5,000 employees

This position is a PRN on-call position. This position will provide timely, non-judgmental, compassionate, expert care to the sexual assault patient. This will include a forensic exam, pregnancy prophylaxis and prophylaxis for sexually transmitted infections, photographic documentation, referrals for appropriate medical and psychological follow-up, support and participation in legal proceedings. This position is expected to follow protocols established by the Forensic Program Coordinator, Medical Director and/or leadership within the Emergency Department for which the SANE is employed. This position is employed by Mosaic Health System.

  • Actively supports the goals and mission of the Forensic Program.
  • Displays a positive and compassionate attitude towards patients, caregivers, and community personal, always serving as a professional role model.
  • Coordinate care from all agencies involved in assisting the sexual assault patient and coordinate referrals for appropriate medical and psychological follow-up as needed for each patient.
  • Perform and document a medical-forensic examination on sexual assault patients. This includes obtaining a medical-forensic history; complete a physical and forensic evidence collection examination which includes: Head-to-Toe assessment for trauma, use of a vaginal speculum, and other tools to assist in observing, assessing and documenting the injuries of the patient with the use of photography.
  • Maintain chain of custody for each sexual assault exam and adhere to evidence protocols.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
  • Must complete the initial state minimum 40 hour SANE training and/or provide proof of completion of an adequate SANE training as determined by the Forensic Program Coordinator.
  • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure And/Or Compact State Licensure- Licensed in State of Missouri or Kansas, depending upon designated work location, required.
  • BLS required within 90 days of hire.
  • Nursing experience and previous experience as a sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) preferred.
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