RN Sexual Assault Examiner

Penrose Hospital; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs is seeking an RN Sexual Assault Examiner (SANE) to perform forensic examinations, collect and preserve evidence, and coordinate care with the healthcare team and patient families. The role includes potential testimony and collaboration with the judicial system, leveraging specialized forensic nursing training.

Ideal candidates are RNs with forensic exam skills, strong clinical judgment, and experience in communicating with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with forensic examination skills.
• Three years relevant healthcare experience.
• RN license active in CO or multistate Compact

Responsibilities

• Performs complete forensic examination and collection of evidence.
• Responds to page within 10 minutes and arrives within 60 minutes of call.
• Collaborates with SART for appropriate follow-up care.
• Documents findings accurately and maintains confidential patient records.
• Participates in the judicial process, including expert testimony.
• Engages in continuing education (IAFN) at least 20 CEUs every 2 years.

Skills

Forensic nursing skills

Evidence collection

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our RN Sexual Assault Examiner, you will assume responsibility for facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with the healthcare team and patient/family to meet their needs, while performing forensic examinations for sexual assault cases. Every day you will promote optimal patient health, well-being, and safety through the nursing process, diligently perform forensic examinations to collect and preserve evidence, and provide follow-up care. You will also be available to participate in the judicial process, including providing expert testimony and witnessing. To be successful in this role, you will be a Registered Nurse with specialized forensic examination skills, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders. You will excel in evidence collection, compassionate patient care for sexual assault survivors, and ethical engagement with the judicial process.

• Performs complete forensic examination and collection of evidence. Responds to page within 10 minutes and arrives within 60 minutes of call.
• Collaborates with members of SART to ensure appropriate followup care.
• Accurately documents all findings of examination. Thorough and confidential maintenance of patient records.
• Belongs to International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN), which is the oversight organization for SANE training. Participates in continuing education of at least 20 CEUs from forensic nursing every 2 years.
• Assesses patient’s physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs through observation, interview, review of medical records and clinical data.
• Evaluates patient’s response and intervenes to ensure optimal patient outcome. Develops and implements patient plan of care and observes outcomes in accordance with nursing standards and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's Degree
• Three (3) years relevant healthcare experience
• RN License; Current state nursing licenses or valid RN license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact

Preferred

• Background in nursing and data management
• Experience with ER, ICU, or acute care of stroke
• Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse

Where You'll Work

Penrose - St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St. Francis Hospital - Interquest. Penrose Hospital serves as the anchor hospital of Penrose-St. Francis Health Services with 300-licensed beds and the ability to provide tertiary (high tech) medical-surgical services with an emphasis on elective and outpatient care. Established in 1890, Penrose Hospital has grown to become a major health treatment and referral center, specializing in cancer care, cardiac care, emergency trauma care and physical rehabilitation. It's an incredible time to join us as we are a proud Magnet Hospital with designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas like Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.