Forensic Nursing Educator (RN) - SANE Expert

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Hospitals in Cleveland, OH seeks a Registered Nurse 3 SANE Educator to provide forensic nursing expertise, lead educational initiatives, and ensure compliance with clinical standards and policies. The role focuses on developing curricula, training staff on the Ohio Protocol for Sexual Assault, and collaborating across disciplines to improve patient care and safety.

You will supervise preceptor programs, support educational leadership, and advance forensic education for nurses and

Qualifications

• Master's in nursing; Health AD, Education, Women’s Health or Forensics (Preferred)
• 5 years clinical and forensic nursing experience (Preferred)
• Demonstrated education and clinical practice work in forensic nursing unit
• 2+ years Nursing Experience (Required)
• 5+ years Clinical Nursing Experience (Strongly preferred)
• Demonstration of community agency advocacy collaboration and committee involvement
• Demonstration of forensic educational presentations/training for hospital and community audiences.
• Demonstration of advanced educational leadership and clinical practice (Required)
• Knowledge of nursing process and practice. (Required proficiency)
• Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed clinical therapies (ie. stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers, and electronic monitoring devices. (Required proficiency)
• Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) May be required based on the clinical care standards of the unit. (optional)
• Nursing Specialty Certification (Required) SANE-A Certification

Responsibilities

• Implements the nursing process by delivering effective relationship-based nursing care.
• Demonstrates technical skills in care delivery that result in safe practice and positive care outcomes.
• Demonstrates clear communication and effective collaboration to optimize patient care and clinical operations.
• Responsible for forensic education to nurses and care providers to enhance specialized patient care within established healthcare setting.
• Assists patients and caregivers with educational needs, problem resolution, and health management across the continuum of care.
• Collaborates with medical providers, nursing staff, and unit executive leadership in planning, implementation, and delivery of educational curricula and forensic patient care.
• Initiates skills development programs within the parameters of established care models; monitors trends and implements educational strategies to ensure compliance with quality standards and parameters.
• Participates in preceptor clinical training for nurses completing orientation in forensic nursing, providing specialized instruction on patient care utilizing the Ohio Protocol for Sexual Assault and Evidence Collection.
• Develops patient care plans, incorporating evidenced-based research and national standards; consults with and serves as a resource to ensure quality patient care.
• Educates technical and patient care staff in the use of new equipment, supplies, and instruments; coordinates in-service training and workshops for appropriate staff.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Performs direct clinical nursing care with a minimum of 40 % of scheduled shifts, along with miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Forensic nursing

Education

Clinical leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's in nursing; Health AD, Education, Women’s Health or Forensics (Preferred)

5 years clinical and forensic nursing experience (Preferred)

Demonstrated education and clinical practice work in forensic nursing unit

Job description

The University Hospitals in Cleveland, OH seeks a Registered Nurse 3 SANE Educator to provide forensic nursing expertise, lead educational initiatives, and ensure compliance with clinical standards and policies. The role focuses on developing curricula, training staff on the Ohio Protocol for Sexual Assault, and collaborating across disciplines to improve patient care and safety.

You will supervise preceptor programs, support educational leadership, and advance forensic education for nurses and