PRN SANE RN | Forensic Nurse Examiner (On‑Call)

Cleveland Clinic; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 51,143 - 72,840; Part time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital is seeking a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) to provide specialized care for victims of sexual assault, child and elder abuse, and interpersonal violence. This PRN RN position requires on‑call duties, 12‑hour shifts, and coordination with law enforcement and other agencies.

Responsibilities include forensic evidence collection, accurate documentation, and ongoing professional education to meet evolving standards of care within a collaborative care

Qualifications

• Complete an IAFN approved SANE Adolescent/Adult course within 60 days of hire.
• Complete an IAFN approved SANE Pediatric course within one year of hire for incumbents hired after April 1, 2018.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• 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 that have been sexually assaulted, a victim of child abuse, elder abuse, interpersonal violence (IPV) or assault.
• Provide, as a service to the patient, forensic evidence collection and/or forensic photography as requested and will 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 thorough knowledge of anatomy and body structures and mechanisms and patterns of injury.
• Utilize 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).
• Travel to other Cleveland Clinic Facilities as needed.
• Attend continuing education as a sexual assault nurse.
• Participate in 75% of staff meetings and attend and complete annual SANE competency.
• Utilize clear and concise written documentation skills and articulate clearly.
• Use a camera to provide photo documentation of injuries and/or evidence.
• Provide court testimony as needed.
• Participate in community awareness programs and professional organizations.
• Utilize current knowledge base regarding legislation and government programs and best practice standards of care.

Skills

Forensic evidence knowledge

Clinical assessment & documentation

Team collaboration

Education

IAFN approved SANE Adolescent/Adult course

IAFN approved SANE Pediatric course

Current RN licensure

One year RN experience

BSN (preferred)

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital is seeking a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) to provide specialized care for victims of sexual assault, child and elder abuse, and interpersonal violence. This PRN RN position requires on‑call duties, 12‑hour shifts, and coordination with law enforcement and other agencies.

Responsibilities include forensic evidence collection, accurate documentation, and ongoing professional education to meet evolving standards of care within a collaborative care