CLINICAL PROGRAM SPECIALIST - SEXUAL ASSAULT NURSE EXAMINER Nursing Hours: 8a-430p Days - Full-time Paygrade/Wages/Salary Info: OH 2013-76 - 40135P
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.