RN - SANE Level 1 - Med Surg

Company: Boulder Community Hospital
Location: Boulder
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Job Description:

RN - SANE Level 1Per Diem, Various shifts and hours/week. Pay Range is between $34.85-$52.27/hr, depending on years of relevant and like experience. Range includes per diem differential.## +$2.50/hr for evening and weekend shifts.# Boulder Community Health is a Certified Level II Trauma Center. In 2022, we celebrated the 100th anniversary of the founding of our organization. We are honored to hold the awards of 2021 U.S. News # World #Best Hospitals for Maternity Care#, 2023 best hospital#from Boulder Weekly, and Best Local Employer from Daily Camera. Come be part of an independent, community-focused health system; feel good knowing that your work will make a difference in people#s lives and positively contribute to the community. POSITION SUMMARY The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner provides timely non-judgmental, compassionate care to the sexual assault victim. This includes a forensic exam, prophylaxis for sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy prevention, photographic documentation, referrals for appropriate after care, and participation in the legal proceedings upon subpoena.# The SANE also provides evidence collection from suspects as requested by law enforcement, upon consent by suspect or search warrant if applicable.# The SANE is expected to follow protocols established for the SANE program. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Education or Formal Training Degree as required by licensure Special Qualifications (Licensure, Registration, etc.) Colorado RN license in good standing Knowledge, Skill and Ability The RN will possess current knowledge and skills in the nursing care that includes theory base in anatomy and physiology, educational information and psychosocial information to respond to the needs of the patients and their families. Clinical expertise in the assessment of sexual assault Excellent interpersonal skills Concise, clear documentation Computer Software comfort and ease; keyboarding skills Activity to be self-directed with flexible hours Expert witness for sexual assault cases Physical and mental stamina to perform job duties. Experience 3 years experience in nursing, preferably ED or Women#s Care Ability to work autonomously Completion of 64 hours of SANE training or previous employment as a SANE RN. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to triage patient appropriately if a change in medical condition occurs requiring transport to ER for reassessment. Coordinate care by all agencies in assisting sexual assault victim during medical-forensic exam. Communicate with ED regarding physical/ medical needs that may arise during exam Perform and document sexual assault and forensic interview correctly. Perform a complete physical and forensic evidence collection including head to toe assessment for trauma, detailed genital exam, forensic specimen collection, including photography. Maintain chain of evidence for collected evidence. Document injuries accurately with support of digital photography. Adherence to evidence collection protocols. Maintain professional standards that do not create conflict of interest with employment and patient care, including patient and medical record confidentiality. Abstain from influence of drugs and alcohol while on call per BCH policy. Provide expert testimony as witness for cases performed as SANE during judicial process. Communicate with corresponding agency and district attorney as necessary. About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado Uncompromising medical excellence delivered with respect and compassion. Since 1922, Boulder Community Health has built a strong reputation on these values. As community-owned and operated not-for-profit hospital and clinic locations, we remain dedicated to the evolving needs of our citizens and providing access to high-quality care. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the Boulder lifestyle is conductive to enjoying the outdoors and brings a fresh perspective to healthcare practice. Surround yourself by natural beauty and an active, life-embracing community. Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities and equipment along with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement, on-site fitness center, Employee Wellness, Employee Activities # Discounts, and many more!# EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace

Per Diem, Various shifts and hours/week.

Pay Range is between $34.85-$52.27/hr, depending on years of relevant and like experience. Range includes per diem differential. +$2.50/hr for evening and weekend shifts.

Boulder Community Health is a Certified Level II Trauma Center. In 2022, we celebrated the 100th anniversary of the founding of our organization. We are honored to hold the awards of 2021 U.S. News & World 'Best Hospitals for Maternity Care', 2023 best hospital from Boulder Weekly, and Best Local Employer from Daily Camera. Come be part of an independent, community-focused health system; feel good knowing that your work will make a difference in people's lives and positively contribute to the community.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner provides timely non-judgmental, compassionate care to the sexual assault victim. This includes a forensic exam, prophylaxis for sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy prevention, photographic documentation, referrals for appropriate after care, and participation in the legal proceedings upon subpoena. The SANE also provides evidence collection from suspects as requested by law enforcement, upon consent by suspect or search warrant if applicable. The SANE is expected to follow protocols established for the SANE program.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education or Formal Training

Degree as required by licensure

Special Qualifications (Licensure, Registration, etc.)

Colorado RN license in good standing

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

The RN will possess current knowledge and skills in the nursing care that includes theory base in anatomy and physiology, educational information and psychosocial information to respond to the needs of the patients and their families.

Clinical expertise in the assessment of sexual assault Excellent interpersonal skills Concise, clear documentation Computer Software comfort and ease; keyboarding skills Activity to be self-directed with flexible hours Expert witness for sexual assault cases Physical and mental stamina to perform job duties.

Experience

3 years experience in nursing, preferably ED or Women's Care Ability to work autonomously Completion of 64 hours of SANE training or previous employment as a SANE RN.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Ability to triage patient appropriately if a change in medical condition occurs requiring transport to ER for reassessment.
* Coordinate care by all agencies in assisting sexual assault victim during medical-forensic exam.
* Communicate with ED regarding physical/ medical needs that may arise during exam
* Perform and document sexual assault and forensic interview correctly.
* Perform a complete physical and forensic evidence collection including head to toe assessment for trauma, detailed genital exam, forensic specimen collection, including photography.
* Maintain chain of evidence for collected evidence.
* Document injuries accurately with support of digital photography.
* Adherence to evidence collection protocols.
* Maintain professional standards that do not create conflict of interest with employment and patient care, including patient and medical record confidentiality.
* Abstain from influence of drugs and alcohol while on call per BCH policy.
* Provide expert testimony as witness for cases performed as SANE during judicial process.
* Communicate with corresponding agency and district attorney as necessary.

About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado

Uncompromising medical excellence delivered with respect and compassion. Since 1922, Boulder Community Health has built a strong reputation on these values. As community-owned and operated not-for-profit hospital and clinic locations, we remain dedicated to the evolving needs of our citizens and providing access to high-quality care. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the Boulder lifestyle is conductive to enjoying the outdoors and brings a fresh perspective to healthcare practice. Surround yourself by natural beauty and an active, life-embracing community. Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities and equipment along with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement, on-site fitness center, Employee Wellness, Employee Activities & Discounts, and many more!

EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace

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