On-Call Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner- Opportunity to earn additional income ($300-$400 per exam); flexible schedule; SANE training provided at no cost
Location: Barbour & Bullock County, AL
Job Purpose: Respond to sexual assaults for inmates confined by the AL Dept. of Corrections. The nurse will perform medical forensic examinations, provide emotional support, and assess medical patient’s condition.
Major Responsibilities
· Delivers trauma informed, holistic care providing psychological and emotional support in a nonjudgmental manner to the victim and the victim’s family.
· Provide on-call coverage as scheduled for a minimum of 8 shifts per month.
· Perform emergent medical triage of the presenting patient.
· Perform a complete medical forensic evaluation to include:
- Head to toe medical assessment for trauma detailing genital and anal examination.
- Forensic specimen collection and supportive documentation.
- Assess mandatory reporting, completing it if required.
- Obtain patient consent for the exam explaining to the patient in lay terms what will occur.
- Explain options to store or share rape kits with law enforcement.
- Maintain chain of custody and adhere to evidence guidelines.
- Ensure patient confidentiality regarding written records and oral presentation.
- Administer prophylactic medications and emergency contraceptives.
- Provide clear discharge information to the patient which will be supported in follow up by the victim advocate or mental health crisis counselor.
- Document bodily, genital, and anal injuries by taking photographs.
· Properly seal the kit for storage or transferring it to law enforcement obtaining appropriate signatures.
· Attend nurse staff meetings and in-service training. Time and mileage pay will be provided.
· Maintain contact with the OPFJC Nurse Manager via cell phone and email.
· Complete documentation for the case using the tools and resources provided by OPFJC immediately following the patient visit.
· Conduct examinations at OPFJC offices and local hospitals where OPFJC has a Memorandum of Understanding.
· Be available to appear as a witness in criminal court proceedings.
· Collect, label and seal clothing and other items from the victim during the assault. Provide the victim with clean clothing and access to the shower.
Qualifications
· AL state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) with 1 yr experience.
· Completion of an approved Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner training program within 1 month of hire.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills w/sound judgement.
· Proof of a valid state driver’s license and dependable vehicle for transportation to work.
· Must be able to commit to a regular schedule of on-call shifts and performing examinations overnight shifts.
Compensation
· Earn up to $200 per month for on-call shift pay, based on patient population needs.
· $300 - $400 for each sexual assault exam completed.
To apply please send resume to Monica Driessen, monicadriessen@oneplacefjc.org, by March 5, 2025.
