Per Diem SANE Clinician (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) Vera House, Inc. is a human service agency that provides unconditional care for individuals and families through comprehensive domestic and sexual violence prevention and intervention services. We believe in collectively serving members of the community and creating an environment of accountability for our services. We strive to provide our employees with flexible schedules, when possible, a level of autonomy to complete their work, and a culture of belonging. We strive to interrupt the norms that cause harm and perpetuate oppression. POSITION SUMMARY: This position will handle the day-to-day activities of the Per Diem SANE nurse at Vera House, Inc., which includes on-call duties, examination and trauma informed care of the sexual assault victims and forensic kit and medical record management and supply organization. Travel to local emergency departments. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Weekday, weekend, evening, and overnight shifts required.
- Respond to at least 60 hours of on-call shifts per month for sexual assault callouts in Onondaga County at four local hospital sites.
- Serve as a liaison and build positive working relationships with community members and partnering agencies.
- Establish and maintain clinical and legal records and chain of custody.
- Ensure a warm and welcoming environment for all visitors.
- Provide in court testimony regarding assessment, evidence collection and handling, a documentation of sexual assault.
- Provide forensic exams for victims of sexual assault, including initial physical and behavioral assessment, clinical specimen/evidence collection and interventions for victims who have reported sexual assaults and when appropriate kit release to law enforcement.
- Adhere to all Vera House policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Ensure that all services are maintained in accordance with the Agency's mission and goals.
- Assist in coordinating the provision of an urgent medical evaluation, follow-up care and crisis intervention resources.
- As an integral member of the organization, this position is responsible to provide related assistance wherever necessary to help the Agency achieve their goals and embrace and promote the Vera House mission.
EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- NYS or accredited nursing license (RN) required, and completion of SANE education course.
- One year of clinical nursing experience, preferred.
GENERAL COMPETENCIES:
- Thorough knowledge of domestic and sexual violence including elder abuse Understands and values racial equity as an organizational operating principle and is committed to continued
- learning on issues related to race, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Ability to adapt to demanding situations and work well under
- Strong planning, organizational and time management skills
- Strong interpersonal, oral communication and written skills
- Ability to develop a positive, compassionate rapport with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or other violent trauma.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Mobility to work in a typical hospital emergency department setting and use medical equipment associated with SANE exams, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Must maintain updated health status regarding DT, hepatitis, PPD as well as other immunizations. Individual must be able to lift 20 pounds. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for other qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. There is high exposure related to blood and body fluids. SANE's should practice universal precautions. There is exposure to physical risk.
SALARY RANGE: Per Diem Pay rates:
- SANE Regular On-Call rate - $4 hour
- SANE Holiday On-Call rate - $5.00 hour (10 annual holidays)
- SANE Call-Out Rate - $300 flat rate
Vera House provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.