Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Allentown, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Directs and manages the care of the sexual assault patients in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program of LVHN.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program.
• Knowledge of specialty training in sexual assault examination techniques as outlined in approved hospital protocol.
• Knowledge of problem-solving process in identification and resolution of patient care or other problems.
• Basic computer skills.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
• 1 year experience as a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient plan of care and carries out required activities according to sexual assault exam protocols and procedures.
• Serves as a hospital liaison for community awareness of the SANE program and assists with curriculum development for community outreach and education.
• Communicates with patients, family, physicians, law enforcement, social agencies, and other health care disciplines in achieving excellent patient care and maintenance of chain of evidence during hospitalization and discharge planning.
• Ensures adequate staffing to meet patient care needs for the sexual assault victim.
• Works collaboratively with SANE administrative staff and Emergency Department to review and revise SANE policies and procedures as appropriate.
• Participates in and applies research practice as it relates to care of sexual assault victims.
• Works with sexual assault resource team in program implementation, operation, and evaluation process.
• Attends mandatory educational seminars and meetings as determined by SANE program standards.
• Provides input as requested for performance appraisals of SANE care delivery team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees