SANE RN - Call Only

ThedaCare • Appleton, WI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The SANE program offers care to patients 24/7 on an on-call basis within the emergency department. The SANE program sees patients of all ages and genders. SANEs must be comfortable practicing autonomously in a patient-centered environment while discussing sensitive topics. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) provide direct care to victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, strangulation, and child abuse who present to the emergency departments. Using trauma informed care and forensic nursing, they deliver coordinated, expert forensic and medical care necessary to increase successful prosecution of sex offenders and to assure essential medical intervention to victims of violence.

Requirements

• Current Wisconsin RN Licensure
• Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
• One year of direct patient care in an acute setting required
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)
• 36 hours of on-call time per month
• 12 hours of weekend call required
• Must be within 1 hour for response time
• Attend quarterly team meetings
• Attend 1 annual education day
• Maintain competency through 6 hours of continuing education per calendar year
• Critical thinking skills working as an autonomous care provider
• Strong independent learning with dedication to maintain and advance professional knowledge

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Two years of direct patient care in an acute setting preferred
• Forensic nurse experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide/identify need for acute medical care within scope of practice
• Perform expert forensic evidence collection
• Maintain competency in exam components
• Collaborates with community and legal agencies such as law enforcement.
• Participate in the legal process, including testifying in court as needed

Benefits

• Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
• Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree