SANE Registered Nurse (RN)

SANE Registered Nurse (RN) Lake Regional Health System Osage Beach, Missouri, United States Medical About this position Lake Regional Health System is currently hiring a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner - Registered Nurse (SANE RN) to join our Hospital in Osage Beach. Clinical Duties Functions as an expert practitioner providing clinical needs of sexual assault, domestic violence, child and elder abuse patients. Consults and provides expertise to nurses, pre-hospital providers, and other professionals. Assists in developing nursing standards of care for sexual assault, domestic violence, child and elder abuse patients in collaboration with appropriate disciplines. Collaborates with other professionals to provide continuity of care from admission through discharge. Provides clinical and systems oversight ensuring efficient, quality care for victims. Participates in the local Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) in a leadership role. Research Uses systematic methods of scientific inquiry to investigate patient care and nursing problems related to sexual assault issues. Observes practice and investigates methods of delivering nursing care. Assists in development and implementation of nursing research projects and integrates findings into practice. Researches and arranges for supplies and educates on latest techniques. Quality Assurance Assists in development, implementation, and assessment of nursing quality assurance programs related to sexual assault, domestic violence, child and elderly abuse patient care. Maintains a registry of SANE patients and collects data for compliance monitoring. Participates in data analysis, distributes reports, and develops quality management plan for the SANE program. Education Coordinates and collaborates on nursing educational activities necessary to meet the objectives of the SANE program. Identifies learning needs, plans in-service and continuing education activities related to sexual assault, domestic violence, child and elder abuse. Participates in professional outreach and community education programs. Leadership Defines criteria for evaluation of clinical SANE practice. Assists Medical Director, Nursing Administration, and Emergency Department Director in resolution of problems related to patient care. Participates in nursing department meetings, serves on committees, and engages in task force activities. Submits monthly progress reports to SANE Medical Director and Emergency Department Director. Facilitates training and maintains competency of SANE staff. Professional Development Evaluates personal performance against goals and professional standards of SANE program. Initiates independent learning activities to increase understanding and update skills. Attends conventions, workshops, and other professional meetings. Maintains membership with the International Association of Forensic Nursing (IAFN). Preferred Experience Expert knowledge of SANE systems. TNCC, ACLS, PALS or ENPC, SANE‑A and SANE‑P certifications within one year. Requirements Must be a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri. Annual influenza vaccination required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lake Regional Health System