SANE/SART Nurse Examiner

Norton Sound Health Corp • Nome, AK

3d • $45 - $58 • Onsite

About The Position

To conduct medical-forensic assessment, examination and documentation (including forensic photography and evidence collection) for adult, adolescent and pediatric patients reporting a history of sexual assault or abuse. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.

Requirements

• General knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.
• Knowledge of the process of the medical-forensic exam, including forensic photography, evidence collection and documentation
• Knowledge of the purpose and function of the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) for Adult/Adolescent patients and the Multidisciplinary Team for Pediatric patients
• Above average interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to provide patient care in a crisis environment involving sensitive interpersonal violence issues, often in the presence of physical and psychological trauma and alcohol or drug use.
• Associate’s Degree in Nursing
• 1 year(s) working as a Registered Nurse
• Alaska RN License
• Basic Life Support
• Must have completed the 40 hour Sexual Assault Examiner Training

Nice To Haves

• ACLS and PALS preferred
• willing to work toward and achieve SANE Certification within 2 years

Responsibilities

• Performs medical-forensic assessment, examination, patient care, and documentation per the SANE/SART Program Policies & Procedures and Medical Standing Orders.
• Develops a discharge plan of care that addresses the patient’s needs (medical, emotional and safety) and that contains appropriate referrals.
• Communicates the exam findings to the patient and the SANE/SART Manager. Communicates with law enforcement, OCS, and CAC when appropriate, per program P&Ps.
• Participates in the SANE On-Call Schedule as needed by the department.
• Participates in Quarterly SANE Team meetings for case review, quality assurance, quality improvement, and clinical education.
• Participates in Monthly CAC MDT meetings and SART MDT meetings for case review, quality assurance, quality improvement and clinical education.
• Provides testimony in court as an expert/fact witness when subpoenaed.
• Participates in a preceptor ship with a certified SANE-A or SANE-P to achieve clinical competency and qualification to apply for certification as SANE-A, SANE-P.
• Travels to villages for education/training of clinic staff and community.

What This Job Offers

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