Registered Nurse (RN)- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)-Registry - LGH

American Addiction Centers•Park Ridge, IL

4d•$41 - $62•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for coordination of patient care activities, workflow, and navigation of forensic patients. The Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE)/ Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) will demonstrate clinical competence in the collection of forensic evidence, in addition to the care, treatment, and referral of those impacted by interpersonal violence. The FNE/SANE will demonstrate the ability to provide expert testimony in a court of law. Provides a comforting, safe, and healing environment for patients and their families. The job description has incorporated essential functions, which are adapted from the ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice. Other duties as assigned. Acts as a clinical and administrative resource to staff, law enforcement and provides work direction. Performs charge nurse responsibilities and assumes responsibility for the FNE/SANE department in collaboration with the Emergency Department resource nurse and the house supervisor. Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion and skilled dialogue, the registered nurse leads efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience. The nurse delivers and coordinates patient-centered care across the continuum to support the successful transition of patients to other healthcare delivery systems or their home communities. The registered nurse is responsible for providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the appropriate utilization of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation, in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current IL RN license
BSN required
IL based nurses will be required to obtain a certificate of completion from the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) following the completion of the didactic training and clinical log prior to practicing independently
Typically requires 4 years of experience in clinical nursing within an acute care setting
Current AHA CPR Certification
Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems.
Excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, staff and physicians.
Demonstrated ability to effectively make critical, independent decisions and the ability to think ahead, anticipate learning needs and take preventive actions.
Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force, perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.
Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Nice To Haves

International Association of Forensic Nursing Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Adult/Adolescent (SANE-A) and Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Pediatric (SANE-P) certifications.
Skilled at coaching and developing employees to achieve the quality and service standards of the International Association of Forensic Nurses

Responsibilities

Coordination of patient care activities, workflow, and navigation of forensic patients.
Collection of forensic evidence.
Care, treatment, and referral of those impacted by interpersonal violence.
Provide expert testimony in a court of law.
Provide a comforting, safe, and healing environment for patients and their families.
Acts as a clinical and administrative resource to staff, law enforcement and provides work direction.
Performs charge nurse responsibilities and assumes responsibility for the FNE/SANE department in collaboration with the Emergency Department resource nurse and the house supervisor.
Deliver and coordinate patient-centered care across the continuum to support the successful transition of patients to other healthcare delivery systems or their home communities.
Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the appropriate utilization of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation, in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program