Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner – Sane
| Company | Cleveland Clinic |
|---|---|
| Location | Akron, OH, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- Completion of an IAFN approved SANE Adolescent/Adult Course within 60 days of hire
- Completion of an IAFN approved SANE Pediatric course within one year of hire
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Current state licensure as Registered Nurse (RN)
- One year of recent experience as an RN
Responsibilities
- Provide timely and accurate clinical assessment, care, intervention and documentation for patients who have been sexually assaulted or victims of child abuse, elder abuse, interpersonal violence (IPV) or assault.
- Provide forensic evidence collection and/or photography as requested and maintain chain of custody for such evidence.
- Develop a safety plan before patient’s discharge, providing resources for follow up medical care and referrals for post care support services to the patient.
- Collaborate with medical and nursing staff, law enforcement, prosecutors, protective services, advocates and other agencies and entities as needed.
- Participate in an on-call schedule, as determined by SANE coordinator and respond to the designated facility within one hour.
- Complete clinical experiences as determined by the SANE course and coordinator [e.g., Civilian observer with Cleveland Police or Cleveland Sex Crimes, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, Domestic Violence/Child Advocacy Center, Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Family Justice Center (Cleveland), and Courtroom trial experience].
- Perform speculum exams and/or pediatric assessments under the supervision of a LIP.
- Utilize knowledge of anatomy/body structures, patterns of injury and collecting and managing of forensic evidence with a Sexual Assault Exam Collection (SAEC) kit and a Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault (DFSA) Kit.
- Travel to other Cleveland Clinic Facilities as needed.
- Attend continuing education as a Sexual Assault Nurse.
- Provide clear and concise written documentation, photo documentation of injuries and/or evidence and court testimony as needed.
- Participate in community awareness programs and professional organizations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Trauma, Women’s Health or Pediatric experience