Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Company: Cleveland Clinic
Location: Akron
Posted on: May 4, 2024
Job Description:
Join us at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital where we have
been providing world-class care to our community for over 100
years. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals
in the nation. At Akron General, we strive for patient-centered
care and comfort with our collaborative team of healthcare
professionals. We are committed to serving the community and treat
our patients as family. ---- The Forensic/SANE (Sexual Assault
Nurse Examiner) unit at Cleveland Clinic Akron General is staffed
by nurses who are specially trained to care for individuals of all
ages who have experienced or witnessed any type of violence. This
violence may include sexual assault, child abuse, interpersonal
violence, elder abuse or human trafficking. Our services are
offered 24/7.--- The Forensic staff consists of specially trained
nurses experienced in injury assessment skills and the effects of
violence. Our medical staff and specialized nurses focus on
providing medical assessment and treatment of individuals affected
by violence based on the patient's specific needs.--- Evidence
collection and photo documentation are also available and offered
to our patients. Forensic nurses can facilitate law enforcement
involvement. The nurses are knowledgeable of mandated reporting
laws and can provide legal testimony as requested.--- Staff work
with members of the multidisciplinary team within the hospital
setting and within the community to provide enhanced follow up
services and resources. Safety plans are discussed and implemented
before the patient is discharged.The Ideal future caregiver is
someone who: ---- Has strong communication skills. ---- Can
multitask in a stressful situation while under minimal supervision.
---- Works well in a close-knit, teambuilding environment. - ----
Can provide empathy and compassion in a patient-centered
environment. - -At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most.
That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family,
and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll
find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling
career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your
health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When
you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver
family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill
our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best
place to work in healthcare. - - -Responsibilities:
- Participating in an on call schedule, as determined by SANE
coordinator and responds to the designated facility within one
hour.
- Completes 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).
- Performs speculum exams and/or pediatric assessments under the
supervision of a LIP.
- Utilizes thorough knowledge of anatomy and body structures and
mechanisms and patterns of injury.
- Utilizes a thorough knowledge on collecting and managing
forensic evidence with a Sexual Assault Exam Collection (SAEC) kit
and a Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault kit (DFSA).
- Interacts and collaborates with medical and nursing staff, law
enforcement, prosecutor, protective services, advocates and other
agencies as needed.
- Works independently and demonstrates organizational and time
management skills.
- Travels to other Cleveland Clinic Facilities as needed.
- Attends continuing education as a sexual assault nurse.
- Participates in 75% of staff meetings and attends and completes
annual SANE competency. Utilizes clear and concise written
documentation skills and articulates clearly.
- Utilizes appropriately use of a camera in regards to photo
documentation of injuries and/or evidence.
- Provides court testimony as needed.
- Participates in community awareness programs and professional
organizations.
- Utilizes current knowledge base regarding legislation and
government programs and best practice standards of care.
- Other duties as assigned.Education:
- Complete an -IAFN approved SANE Adolescent/Adult course within
60 days of hire.
- Complete an -IAFN approved SANE Pediatric course within 1 year
of hire for incumbents hired after April 1, 2018, if needed for
assigned location.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred. -Certifications:
- Current state licensure as Registered Nurse (RN).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association
(AHA).
- If in an ED, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through
American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire or within one year of
beginning work in the Emergency Department.Work Experience:
- 1 year recent RN work experience.
- Trauma, Women's Health or Pediatric experience
preferred.Physical Requirements:
- Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10
pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force
constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of
the time) to move objects. Even though the weight lifted may be
only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1)
when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or
(2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing
and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job
requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant
pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those
materials is negligible.
- Note: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a
production rate pace, especially in setting, can be and is
physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force
exerted is negligible.Personal Protective Equipment:
- Gloves, Masks, Gowns as needed. -Salaries [which may be] shown
on independent job search websites reflect various market averages
and do not represent information obtained directly from The
Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we
invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly
specifics during the application and hiring process.
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