Registered Nurse SANE - Emergency Department - Per Diem

CARIN Alliance; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CARIN Alliance seeks a registered nurse specialized as a SANE P to provide compassionate, expert care for pediatric sexual assault patients in a hospital setting. The role includes conducting exams, documenting evidence with strict chain of custody, and educating patients on procedures and follow-up care.

You will coordinate crisis interventions, collaborate with law enforcement and advocacy groups, and may participate in community or professional training, including offering legal testimony

Qualifications

• IAFN-accredited SANE P course with Illinois clinical component.
• Preferred Baccalaureate Degree or higher and emergency or women’s health experience.
• Minimum one year as a SANE RN; must hold current Illinois RN licensure in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical and forensic exams, collect and document evidence with proper chain of custody, and educate patients on procedures, STD and pregnancy prevention, and follow-up care.
• Facilitate access to crisis intervention, coordinate with law enforcement and advocacy groups, and participate in community and professional training.
• Provide legal testimony when required and ensure patient privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

Assessment skills

Attention to detail

Compassionate patient care

Diversity sensitivity

Education

IAFN-accredited SANE P course (Illinois component)

Bachelor's degree or higher (preferred)

Job description

Role

RN SANE Peds, providing specialized care for pediatric sexual assault patients in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Conduct physical and forensic exams, collect and document evidence with proper chain of custody, and provide patient education on procedures, STD and pregnancy prevention, and follow‑up care. Facilitate access to crisis intervention, coordinate with law enforcement and advocacy groups, and participate in community and professional training. Provide legal testimony when required and ensure patient privacy and confidentiality.

Qualifications & Skills

Completion of IAFN-accredited SANE P course with Illinois clinical component; preferred Baccalaureate Degree or higher, emergency or women’s health experience, and minimum one year as a SANE RN. Must hold current Illinois RN licensure and be in good standing; certification approval by Illinois SANE Coordinator if obtained elsewhere.

Key Attributes

Strong assessment skills, attention to detail, compassionate patient care, ability to work with diverse populations, and ongoing professional development.