Rn Sane Program-Peds Jobs

Edward-Elmhurst is a 736-bed system that includes three hospitals – Edward Hospital in Naperville, Elmhurst Hospital and Linden Oaks Behavioral Health (on the Edward campus), and an extensive ambulatory care network that provides comprehensive healthcare to residents of the west and southwest suburbs of Chicago.

For the third year in a row, Edward-Elmhurst Health has been named one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems by Fortune/IBM Watson Health. For the second year in a row, Fortune/IBM Watson Health has named Edward Hospital and Elmhurst Hospital among the 100 Top Hospitals in the U.S.

Elmhurst Hospital was ranked No. 1 and Edward Hospital was ranked No. 7 in the Large Community Hospitals category. Edward and Elmhurst are two of only five Illinois hospitals to make the 100 Top Hospitals list. Edward was previously recognized in 2011, 2016, 2018 and 2020. This is the second time Elmhurst Hospital has been honored (2020).

General Summary

This position is required to provide high quality, cost-effective care to patients with the complaint of sexual assault. Completing a medical-forensic exam and evidence collection when appropriate in accordance with Illinois and hospital guidelines and policies.

Details: This position will be located at Edward Hospital, working various hours in a registry capacity.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Participates in education of sexual assault nurse examiners, law enforcement, health care providers and the community as necessary.
• Provides legal testimony on SANE cases when subpoenaed or requested by legal representation.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of assigned patient population. This includes knowledge of the physical and psychological needs of the patients as well as the ability to respond appropriately to those needs.
• Pursues professional growth and development as a member of the SANE program on a continuous basis.
• Conducts care of patient with attention to right to privacy and confidentiality.
• Collects and maintains chain of custody of evidence and necessary records.
• Documents assessment, evidence collection and intervention.
• Provides direct patient care to patients of sexual assault in the hospital setting.
• Coordinates with law enforcement and advocacy groups when applicable.
• Provides access to crisis intervention for patient.
• Obtains evidence via Illinois State Police Evidence Collection Kit with required consents when appropriate.
• Provides patient with an opportunity to have forensic photos taken in accordance with Forensic Photography guidelines.
• Identifies and facilitates care for injuries requiring medical treatment.
• Provides patient education regarding exam, procedures, treatment, STD prevention, pregnancy prevention and follow-up care.
• Conducts physical assessment and forensic exam of sexual assault patients.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• A minimum of one year of previous experience as a SANE RN
• Baccalaureate Degree or higher in Nursing
• 401K
• Benefits offered by Edward-Elmhurst Health include: (eligibility varies by FTE)
• Tuition reimbursement
• If certification is not from State of Illinois, approval of ability to practice in Illinois must be given by the Illinois State SANE Coordinator
• Registered Nurse in good standing with State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation
• Medical, dental, and vision
• Completed International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) accredited SANE P course peds with required State of Illinois clinical component
• License/Certification Required:
• Current State of Illinois RN Licensure
• Plus many other Employee Perks
• Education, Experience and/or Skills Preferred:
• Previous experience in Emergency Medicine or women’s health
• Free employee parking
• Paid time off
• Education, Experience and/or Skills Required:
• Fitness center membership

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