Registered Nurse (RN)- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)-Registry Illinois Masonic

American Addiction Centers•Chicago, IL

24d•$40 - $60

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 with 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 5 years of experience in clinical nursing within an acute care setting
Current AHA CPR Certification
Demonstrates a holistic approach to nursing practice committed to meeting the needs of the patient and family
Clinical and technical knowledge in area(s) of specialty
Ability to apply evidence-based interventions and nursing skills/technology to correlate to the patient’s response to an individualized plan of care
Ability to recognize situational changes that require unplanned interventions
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
Skilled at coaching and developing employees to achieve the quality and service standards of the International Association of Forensic Nurses
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
May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary
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

Responsibilities

Coordination of patient care activities
Workflow
Navigation of forensic patients
Clinical competence in the collection of forensic evidence
Care, treatment, and referral of those impacted by interpersonal violence
Provide expert testimony in a court of law
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
Comprehensive patient care through the appropriate utilization of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation, in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
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
Benefits and more 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