RN Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner SANE

Description Job Responsibilities Obtain consent and patient history to formulate a plan of care as well as assess and conduct safety planning for victims and their families Collaborate with medical providers, victim advocates, law enforcement, Department of Child Services and other social service agencies to ensure optimal patient outcomes and enhancement of the patient experience Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, families, and coworkers Coordinate care by all agencies involved in assisting the sexual assault victim and coordinate referrals for appropriate medical and psychological follow-up as needed Assess, collect, and analyze comprehensive objective, subjective, psychosocial, and cultural data pertinent to patient condition Perform a complete physical and forensic examination for assessment for trauma with possible evidence collection when applicable Document detailed injuries with the support of photographic evidence as required Provide courtroom testimony related to the care and treatment provided. Other duties as assigned. Education Requirements Minimum: Graduate of an accredited Associate Registered Nurse Program by date of hire. Preferred: BSN Experience Requirements Minimum: One (1) year of clinical experience as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner License/Certification Requirements Minimum: Registered Nurse License eligible to practice in the state of Indiana Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Designation Basic Life Safety (BLS) - American Heart Association Preferred: Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Certification (SANE) - International Association of Forensic Nurses Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through AHA within six (6) months of hire Qualifications Education Associates or better in Nursing or related field. Licenses & Certifications BLS- Basic Life Support Registered Nurse