SANE RN

Samaritan Health Services; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Albany General Hospital in Albany, Oregon seeks a Regional SANE Nurse Examiner. The role performs sexual assault examinations within the scope of nursing practice, identifies medical stability, collects forensic evidence, and coordinates counseling and follow-up care.

The position may testify in court when summoned and collaborates with law enforcement, medical staff and community resources. The department provides 24/7 services with nurses specially trained in SANE, serving Linn,

Qualifications

• Two years RN experience required.
• One year of acute care experience required.
• IAFN SANE-A or Oregon SANE certification required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform sexual assault examinations within nursing scope.
• Identify medical stability or injuries.
• Collect forensic evidence.
• Provide counseling and arrange follow-up care.
• Testify in courts when summoned and collaborate with law enforcement.

Skills

Social perceptiveness

Adaptability

Time management

Communication

Education

RN license

Job description

Facility Samaritan Albany General Hospital

Location Albany, OR

Schedule - Shift .6 (48 hrs/pp) - Evening

Remote Status Remote Status: OnSite

Salary Range Salary Range: $58.31 - $89.55

Performs sexual assault examinations while practicing within the scope of practice of the Oregon State Board of Nursing. Identifies medical stability or injuries, collects forensic evidence, provides/arranges for counseling and follow up care and testifies in courts when summoned. Collaborates with law enforcement, medical staff and community resources.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The regional sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) center provides services and resources to Linn, Benton and Lincoln counties in a private and secure facility. Staffed by nurses with specialized training, the SANE center provides immediate medical treatment, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, to patients who have experienced sexual violence. Additional counseling and patient support is also available.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years RN experience required, one (1) year experience must be in an acute care setting.

IAFN SANE-A or Oregon Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner certification required within one (1) year of hire.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.

Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.

Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)

Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)

Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)

CLIMB - STAIRS

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs

LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 – 40 Lbs

SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

SIT

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20-40 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

SQUAT Repetitive

REACH - Upward

STAND

WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

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