SANE RN - Call Only

ThedaCare • Appleton, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program provides 24/7 on-call care in the emergency department for patients of all ages and genders. SANEs practice autonomously in a patient-centered environment and discuss sensitive topics with patients. They provide direct, trauma-informed medical and forensic care to people affected by sexual assault, domestic violence, strangulation, and child abuse, including expert forensic evidence collection and essential medical intervention.

The role requires 36 hours of on-call time per month, including 12 hours of weekend call, and the nurse must be within one hour for response time. Team members attend quarterly meetings and one annual education day, and maintain competency through six hours of continuing education per calendar year. Candidates must attend the full week-long SANE training in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, scheduled for February 1–5, 2027.

Requirements

• Current Wisconsin RN licensure.
• Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• At least one year of direct patient care experience in an acute setting.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Critical thinking skills to work as an autonomous care provider.
• Independent learning skills and dedication to maintaining and advancing professional knowledge.
• Ability to attend the entire SANE training in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, February 1–5, 2027.
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling, and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide or identify the need for acute medical care within the scope of practice.
• Perform expert forensic evidence collection.
• Maintain competency in examination components.
• Collaborate with community and legal agencies, including law enforcement.
• Participate in the legal process, including testifying in court as needed.
• Attend quarterly team meetings and one annual education day.
• Maintain competency through six hours of continuing education per calendar year.
• Fulfill 36 hours of on-call time per month, including 12 hours of weekend call, and remain within one hour for response time.

Benefits

• Continued opportunities for learning and development.
• Accessible and transparent leadership.
• Commitment to work/life balance.
• Health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Minimal or zero copays and team member cost-sharing premiums.
• Daycare.

What This Job Offers

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