FORENSIC NURSE COORDINATOR

Summary

Job Summary

Provides oversight, consultation, research, management, and education in relation to Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program. Serves as a patient advocate, liaison, and advisor/educator to assist patients with the continuum of care from detection of assault through acute care treatment.

Job Responsibilities

• Serves as an expert consultant for team members in areas of program development, clinical practice, and professional growth.
• Develops, plans, implements, and evaluates educational programs and utilizes methods, measurements, and tools to evaluate achievement of learning goals.
• Maintains awareness of current trends, practice changes, and research findings related to program.
• Collaborates to define program benchmarks and goals, collects data, and drives process improvement as indicated.
• Coordinates activities and projects to meet organizational and regulatory requirements; monitors local, state, and federal regulations.
• Monitors progress toward goals and coordinates and facilitates regular meetings to review goals and outcomes.
• Provides support, counseling, and expert guidance to patients and families to promote their ability to understand and meaningfully participate in the healthcare process and personal decision-making.
• Rounds on and serves as a liaison between patient, clinical staff, physicians, and the community to maximize resources and resolve barriers to the plan of care.
• Evaluates patient progress toward the plan of care post-discharge.
• Provides care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.
• Ensures adequate SANE nurses available to support the healthcare system by providing scheduling, training, and education.
• Coordinates regional training courses, community education, marketing and events in accordance with system policies and procedures.
• Maintains chain of custody for all evidence collection.
• Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing required upon hire
• A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience required
• RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND
• KY SANE - Kentucky Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) credential from Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN) required upon hire AND
• SANE-A - Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Adult/Adolescent certification from International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) required within 6 months of employment in this position AND
• SANE-P - Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner-Pediatric from International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) required within 12 months of employment in this position

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
• Reaching: Frequently
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Occasionally
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.