RN - SANE 1 (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) - Forensic Program

ProMedica•Toledo, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Compassionate care, advocacy and creating a safe and helping environment for sexual assault victims are top priorities for the SANE Registered Nurse. You will collect evidence accurately and timely from patients in sexual assault cases and initiate appropriate referrals and follow-up care. You will work with the patient as a partner in care, communicate their needs and involve patients and families in the care process. The above summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions. It should not be considered exhaustive.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing
Completion and passage of an Adult/Adolescent/Pediatric Sexual Assault Training Program.
Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience
Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
The RN in Ohio must complete 24 hours of continuing education during his/her licensure period.
At least 1-hour of contact hours must be related to Chapter 4723 of the Ohio nurse practice code and rules.
Maintains knowledge and training regarding legislation and evidence collection by achieving a minimum of 4-hours of SANE specific continuing education annually.
Attends regional/departmental meetings and education events as scheduled.
Current BLS.

Nice To Haves

BSN
SANE program training
3+ years of nursing experience
Michigan RN license
SANE-A &/or SANE-P

Responsibilities

Collect evidence accurately and timely from patients in sexual assault cases.
Initiate appropriate referrals and follow-up care.
Work with the patient as a partner in care.
Communicate patient needs.
Involve patients and families in the care process.
Participates in SANE “on-Call” schedule with adherence to business unit guidelines.