RN - Emergency Department

Overview

The position requires training as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE). The SANE will be responsible for performing interviews and physical examinations of sexual assault survivors. Duties include interviewing patients, performing colposcopic examinations, DNA collection and treatment of injuries and potential diseases and pregnancies related to a sexual assault. The SANE will have positive interactions with local police departments, Rape Crisis Centers, Social Services, emergency physicians, patients, families and significant others. Works in RN - ED role when not clocked in under SANE cost center. Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.

Qualifications

Certifications : Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - Adult / Adolescent Certification (SANE-A) within 1 year - International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN)International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN)International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), Education : College Diploma : Nursing, Work Experience : RN >

1yr

Responsibilities

Provide objective forensic evaluation for victims of sexual assault.Provide comprehensive and general professional nursing care that assesses, evaluates, identifies and implements care to restore and promote all aspects of health for the patient following sexual assault.Maintain required continuing education requirements for SANE.Provide initial crisis intervention for victims of sexual assault.Perform head to toe exam of sexual assault survivor.Collect Illinois State Police Evidence Collection Kit following chain of evidence procedure.Treat patients according to medical protocol.Document objective and subjective findings from the sexual assault.Adhere to scope and standards of Forensic Nursing practice and Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner standards of practice.Attend a minimum of 80% of SANE staff meetings per year.Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and / or correcting safety hazards and incidents.Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution.Fulfills all requirements of SANE competencies.Implements procedures and theories specific to SANE nursing Performs patient assessment and develops care plan in collaboration with providers, family and patient. Executes plan of care and nursing interventions. Modifies care plan based on continuous assessment. Is responsible for patient and staff safety through appropriate nursing interventions, adhering to safety standards and correcting / reporting safety hazards Effectively communicates / collaborates with staff, visitors and families to promote a healthy and healing work environment Provides feedback to peers to aide in professional development, increase knowledge base and problem solve Maintains accurate and up to date patient records / documentation

About Us

Find it here.

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information : human.resources@carle.com.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $33.32per hour - $57.31per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org / benefits.