Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Nurse- On Call Independent Contractors

Gulf Coast Sexual Assault Program is searching for quality nurses to contract with us to respond to sexual assault victims in a medical setting. This position requires the on-call nurse to respond to the following counties in Florida while on-call: Bay, Gulf, Calhoun, Holmes, Jackson, Washington.

This is an independent contractor position, not a full time or part time staff position.

General Overview: Our organization responds to sexual assault medical exams 24/7/365. Gulf Coast Sexual Assault Program is searching for independent contractors to help fill our on-call schedule when our full time nurse is off duty and to serve as a back up if we have multiple call outs. This position is perfect for a candidate searching for part time work or as a second job. This position will be available for on-call response, for the purpose of conducting forensic medical exams on sexually assaulted adults in agency designated spaces, regional hospitals and regional detention facilities that the agency contracts to provide such services. An annual test for tuberculous is required. Gulf Coast Sexual Assault Program serves the 14th Judicial Circuit to include Bay, Gulf, Calhoun, Holmes, Jackson, Washington Counties. Our organization also serves 4 additional counties to the west in Circuit 1, however this position primarily focuses on Circuit 14. When responding to a call out, SANE Nurses will be accompanied by a victim advocate. Nurses are asked to respond as soon as possible and must be willing to leave their home location within one hour to report to the assigned location.

Please note, most sexual assaults happen at night and on weekends. Our greatest need for on-call response time falls during busy seasons, late nights, early mornings, and when our staff nurse is unavailable.

Position Requirements: This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s of Science in nursing or an Associate’s Degree working toward a BSN. LPN's are not eligible, this position requires a minimum designation of RN and higher degrees. SANE should work independently as well as possess strong writing, communication, organization, time management, and computer skills. This position values experience serving those who have experienced trauma. A current, valid Florida Driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and a reliable car are essential for this position as regional travel is required.

Requirements to conduct duties under this description:

1. RN will attend a 40-hour Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Didactic training approved by Florida Coalition Against Sexual Violence or equivalent class. Our agency will provide reimbursement for required training (the online class is $500). Once the online training is initiated, contractor must successfully finish required training within 30 days. The independent contractor must agree to serve on-call a minimum of 21 days in a 52 week period.

2. Sexual assault nurse examiner will complete a pelvic course/skills validation or perform a minimum of (2) successful speculum exams supervised by a licensed professional, within 30 days’ post training.

3. Sexual assault nurse examiner will perform a minimum of (2) supervised Forensic Exams with kit by a trained Sexual Assault Nurse/LIP (one may be an official mock exam), within 30 days’ post training.

4. Sexual assault nurse examiner can attend clinical validation/ clinical skills practice training by FCASV for validation of practice.

5. Sexual assault nurse examiner will complete a Law Enforcement agency ride along or have had previous approved exposure to the law enforcement field (minimum of 4 hours, agency of your choice), within 60 days’ post training.

6. Sexual assault nurse examiner will observe a Victim Advocate with victim services (minimum of 4 hours), within 60 days’ post training.

7. Sexual assault nurse examiner will observe a Court Room Testimony or have had previous exposure in the court room setting (witness 1), with 60 days’ post training.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are expected:

• Conduct forensic medical examinations for victims of sexual assault, including:

a.) Complete head-to-toe assessment to include genital assessment using a speculum and visualization, including proper charting and photo documentation.

b.) Identify and document injury, trauma, or any other abnormality

• Complete all required documentation for evidence collection and processing.

Additional requirements:

• Deemed competent to perform Forensic Exam/kit unsupervised with competency validated.
• Maintain 4 CEU's per year related to victims of violence/crime.
• Maintain an active, unrestricted Florida Nurse License.
• Have knowledge of relevant agency policies and location of policies.

Compensation:

• On Call Pay $5 per hour for time on call, plus:
• Registered Nurse-$350.00 per forensic medical examination completed related to sexual assault; $50 for assessment of client that results in no exam conducted.
• APRN, PA or MD- $500.00 per forensic medical examination completed related to sexual assault; $50 for assessment of client that results in no exam conducted.
• Mileage- Travel to and from the exam site at the state approved reimbursement rate.
• Training- All fees and expenses to complete training required to perform duties under this contract will be reimbursed upon completion of training and at the beginning of on call assignment. Such expenses shall be reimbursed to the CAC should this agreement terminate in less than 12 months by the Contractor and/or the Contractor fails to perform on call duties at least three weeks in a 52-week period.
• Professional Liability Insurance Expense to comply with required professional liability insurance (up to $1500) to perform duties under this contract. Such expenses shall be reimbursed to the CAC should this agreement terminate in less than 12 months by the Contractor and/or the Contractor fails to perform on call duties at least three weeks in a 52- week period.

The Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center/Gulf Coast Sexual Assault Program is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the Agency’s policy to employ, retain, promote, transfer, terminate and treat all employees, volunteers and job applicants on the basis of merit, competency, experience, formal training and commitment without regard to any individual’s race, sex, national origin, age, religion, color, pregnancy, marital status or disability, or any other factor protected by law.

It is the policy of CAC to comply with all the relevant and applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment.

Successful completion of a Level 2 background check is a condition of employment.

Job Types: Contract, PRN

Pay: From $350.00 per day

Physical Setting:

• Clinic
• ER

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to respond to area hospitals and our office clinics when scheduled for on call (primarily nights and weekends) for Circuit 14 (Bay, Gulf, Calhoun, Holmes, Jackson, Washington counties)?

License/Certification:

• Registered Nurse License (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $350