Registered Nurse-SANE - Per-Diem

American Geriatrics Society; Evanston, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for eligible employees

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Options with Company Match

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking an RN SANE for the Evanston area. The role involves performing medical forensic exams, head-to-toe nursing assessments, and documentation for adult/adolescent sexual assault survivors in ED or inpatient settings.

You will work closely with ER physicians, survivor advocates, police, and legal teams to ensure compassionate care and adherence to professional standards. Illinois RN licensure and SANE certification are required or expected to be completed after hire.

Qualifications

• The role requires nursing licensure and advanced forensic nursing knowledge.
• Experience with Epic or similar electronic medical records is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate with law enforcement and legal teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic nursing examinations and collect/ document specimens.
• Participate in peer/chart reviews and adhere to standards (SASETA, Illinois Nurse Practice Act).
• Collaborate with ED, Violence Prevention, law enforcement and legal partners.
• Attend courtroom proceedings related to sexual assault cases.

Skills

Forensic nursing

RN

Epic literacy

Courtroom coordination

Education

BSN preferred

Registered Nurse licensure in Illinois

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$36.00 - $55.80 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: RN SANE Program
• Location: Evanston Hospital, Emergency Department
• Hours: must work a minimum of 24 hours of available on-call per six-week schedule.

A Brief Overview

• The SANE cares for sexual assault Adult/Adolescent survivors while independently performing the medical forensic exams, head to toe nursing assessments, detailed anogenital examination, forensic specimen collection with supportive documentation, and forensic photographic documentation. The SANE must provide timely, non-judgmental, compassionate care to patients presenting to the Emergency Department or hospitalized on an inpatient unit. They will work closely with Emergency Room Physicians, survivor advocates, law enforcement, criminal justice officials and civil attorneys.

What you will do

• Performs duties of SANE with knowledge of forensic collection, STIs, medication and vicarious trauma towards the survivor.
• Attends SANE meetings for peer/chart review and information dissemination to ensure compliance and standards according to the Professional Forensic Scopes and Standard Practices, SASETA, and the Illinois Nurse Practice Act.
• Works collaboratively with the Swedish Hospital Emergency Department, Violence Prevention Program, Illinois State and Chicago Police Departments, Resilience, and the Illinois SANE Coordinator.
• Attends courtroom proceedings related to Swedish Hospital sexual assault cases.

What you will need

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
• Successful completion and certification of AA SANE training through the Office of the Illinois Attorney General or certification is approved by the Office of the Illinois Attorney General SANE Coordinator.
• Prior experience in forensic nursing preferred.
• Pass computer literacy for Epic or attend training after hire.

Benefits

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Discounted parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals ? Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) ? all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to ?help everyone in our communities be their best?.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.
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