Forensic RN

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family.

Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As a SANE Registered Nurse, you will providetimely and accurate clinical assessment, care, intervention and documentation for patients that have been sexually assaulted, a victim of child abuse, elder abuse, interpersonal violence (IPV) or assault.

You will provide, as a service to the patient, forensic evidence collection and / or forensic photography as requested and will maintain chain of custody for such evidence.

Your primary duties will include put are not limited to :

• Developing a safety plan before patient's discharge.
• Providing resources for follow up medical care and referrals for post care support services to the patient.
• Collaborating with medical and nursing staff, law enforcement, prosecutor, protective services, advocates and other agencies and entities as needed.

The future caregiver is someone who :

• Communicates effectively with patients and team members.
• Is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Can critically think and problem solve for patients’ best interests.
• Can provide emotional, spiritual, and psychological support to patients.

The Registered Nurse selected for this position will be eligible for tuition reimbursement as part of our many offerings to invest in your health, well-being, and future.

We offer our caregivers many opportunities for professional development. The Professional Ladder Program, professional development courses through our Global Leadership & Learning Institute, and opportunities to advance into management are just a few.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you.

Here, you'll find that we offer : resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future.

When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities :

• Participating in an on call schedule, as determined by SANE coordinator and responds to the designated facility within one hour.
• Completes clinical experiences as determined by the SANE course and coordinator (e.g., Civilian observer with Cleveland Police or Cleveland Sex Crimes, Cleveland Rape Crisis Center, Domestic Violence / Child Advocacy Center, Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Family Justice Center (Cleveland), and Courtroom trial experience).
• Performs speculum exams and / or pediatric assessments under the supervision of a LIP.
• Utilizes thorough knowledge of anatomy and body structures and mechanisms and patterns of injury.
• Utilizes a thorough knowledge on collecting and managing forensic evidence with a Sexual Assault Exam Collection (SAEC) kit and a Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault kit (DFSA).
• Interacts and collaborates with medical and nursing staff, law enforcement, prosecutor, protective services, advocates and other agencies as needed.
• Works independently and demonstrates organizational and time management skills.
• Travels to other Cleveland Clinic Facilities as needed.
• Attends continuing education as a sexual assault nurse.
• Participates in 75% of staff meetings and attends and completes annual SANE competency. Utilizes clear and concise written documentation skills and articulates clearly.
• Utilizes appropriately use of a camera in regards to photo documentation of injuries and / or evidence.
• Provides court testimony as needed.
• Participates in community awareness programs and professional organizations.
• Utilizes current knowledge base regarding legislation and government programs and best practice standards of care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education :

• Complete a IAFN approved SANE Adolescent / Adult course within 60 days of hire.
• Complete a IAFN approved SANE Pediatric course within 1 year of hire for incumbents hired after April 1, .
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

Certifications :

Current state licensure as Registered Nurse (RN).

Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA).

If in an ED, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire or within one year of beginning work in the Emergency Department.

Work Experience :

• 1 year recent RN work experience.
• Trauma, Women’s Health or Pediatric experience preferred.

Physical Requirements :

• Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and / or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly : activity or condition exists 2 / 3 or more of the time) to move objects.
• Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work : when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree;

or when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and / or pulling of arm or leg controls; and / or when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and / or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.

Note : The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Personal Protective Equipment :

Gloves, Masks, Gowns as needed.

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Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.