SANE/SART Nurse Examiner

Norton Sound Health Corp.; Alaska; On-site; USD 61,895 - 79,914; Full time

Job summary

Norton Sound Health Corp. is seeking a Registered Nurse for a full-time position in Nome, Alaska. The role involves conducting medical-forensic assessments and providing comprehensive patient care, specifically in cases of sexual assault.

Candidates must have an Associate's Degree in Nursing, an Alaska RN License, and be prepared to obtain SANE Certification within two years of employment.

The position offers a salary range of $44.93 to $58.01 annually, with supportive work conditions in a clinical environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year(s) working experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Alaska RN License required.
• Basic Life Support certification; ACLS and PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical-forensic assessments and examinations.
• Develop discharge plans that address patients' needs.
• Communicate findings to patients and relevant authorities.
• Participate in SANE On-Call Schedule as needed.

Skills

Patient care skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Office technologies

Job description

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Regular Full-time Staff 34 - Nome Census Area, Nome, AK, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 2530

Salary Range: $44.93 To $58.01 Annually

To conduct medical-forensic assessment, examination and documentation (including forensic photography and evidence collection) for adult, adolescent and pediatric patients reporting a history of sexual assault or abuse.

Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.

Essential Functions

• Performs medical‑forensic assessment, examination, patient care, and documentation per the SANE/SART Program Policies & Procedures and Medical Standing Orders.
• Develops a discharge plan of care that addresses the patient’s needs (medical, emotional and safety) and that contains appropriate referrals.
• Communicates the exam findings to the patient and the SANE/SART Manager. Communicates with law enforcement, OCS, and CAC when appropriate, per program P&Ps.
• Participates in the SANE On-Call Schedule as needed by the department.
• Participates in Quarterly SANE Team meetings for case review, quality assurance, quality improvement, and clinical education.
• Participates in Monthly CAC MDT meetings and SART MDT meetings for case review, quality assurance, quality improvement and clinical education.
• Provides testimony in court as an expert/fact witness when subpoenaed.
• Participates in a preceptor ship with a certified SANE-A or SANE-P to achieve clinical competency and qualification to apply for certification as SANE-A, SANE-P.
• Travels to villages for education/training of clinic staff and community.

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork, and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration for others.

Required Knowledge

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.

Job Specific Knowledge

• Knowledge of the process of the medical‑forensic exam, including forensic photography, evidence collection and documentation
• Knowledge of the purpose and function of the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) for Adult/Adolescent patients and the Multidisciplinary Team for Pediatric patients

Required Skills and Abilities

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills, and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure, and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality.

Job Specific Skills and Abilities

• Above average interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to provide patient care in a crisis environment involving sensitive interpersonal violence issues, often in the presence of physical and psychological trauma and alcohol or drug use.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Experience

1 year(s) working as a Registered Nurse

Credentials

• Alaska RN License
• Basic Life Support, (ACLS and PALS preferred)

Training

Must have completed the 40 hour Sexual Assault Examiner Training and be willing to work toward and achieve SANE Certification within 2 years.

Physical Requirements

• Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment
• Sit less than half the workday
• Stand and/or walk more than half the workday
• Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach
• Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks
• Lift or carry unaided 25 to 50 pounds
• Push or pull using more than moderate force
• See and hear with normal acuity

Working Conditions

• Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazard or other harmful substances