SANE RN

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for providing high-quality, cost-effective care to patients with complaints of sexual assault. The successful candidate will complete medical-forensic exams and evidence collection when appropriate, in accordance with Illinois and hospital guidelines and policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of assigned patient population, including knowledge of physical and psychological needs of patients and ability to respond appropriately to those needs.
• Provides direct patient care to patients of sexual assault in the hospital setting, including conducting physical assessments and forensic exams.
• Obtains evidence via Illinois State Police Evidence Collection Kit with required consents when appropriate, and provides patients with opportunities to have forensic photos taken in accordance with Forensic Photography guidelines.
• Identifies and facilitates care for injuries requiring medical treatment, collects and maintains chain of custody of evidence and necessary records, and documents assessments, evidence collection, and interventions.
• Provides access to crisis intervention for patients, coordinates with law enforcement and advocacy groups when applicable, and provides patient education regarding exams, procedures, treatment, STD prevention, pregnancy prevention, and follow-up care.
• Participates in education of sexual assault nurse examiners, law enforcement, healthcare providers, and the community as necessary, and provides legal testimony on SANE cases when subpoenaed or requested by legal representation.

Requirements:

• Completed International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) accredited SANE A course for adults with required State of Illinois clinical component.
• Baccalaureate degree or higher in Nursing, previous experience in Emergency Medicine or women's health, and a minimum of one year of previous experience as a SANE RN.
• Current State of Illinois RN licensure, and approval of ability to practice in Illinois must be given by the Illinois State SANE Coordinator if certification is not from the State of Illinois.

Benefits:

Northshore offers a range of benefits to support the well-being and career growth of its employees, including career pathways to promote professional growth and development, various medical, dental, and vision options, tuition reimbursement, free parking, wellness program savings plan, health savings account options, retirement options with company match, paid time off, and holiday pay, as well as community involvement opportunities.

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