Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) to join Victim Support at Copper Shores Community Health Foundation. This is an on-call, part-time position. The SANE nurse will provide specialized, trauma-informed care to patients who have experienced sexual assault or abuse. This role involves conducting forensic examinations, collecting evidence, offering emotional support, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcome for the client.

General Responsibilities

• Provide on call coverage for SANE exams
• Make exam client-centered and respectful of a client’s autonomy during a SANE exam.
• Obtain signed consent from client or their guardian to do examination and to release such evidence to law enforcement. This involves educating the client about consent, what consent implies, potential next steps in the criminal legal system.
• Promptly complete medical forensic examination that may include pelvic exam and drug screens of sexual assault victim, with recommendations for follow-up medical care when appropriate. This exam is done in accordance with client’s wishes regarding evidence collection.
• Discuss STI and pregnancy risks, and provide follow-up treatment if client so desires
• Discuss reporting options with client and support them in making this decision
• Provide testimony if the case goes to court
• Work cooperatively with other members of the Sexual Assault Response Team
• Maintain the chain of custody and protocol for exam kit, photos, and client records
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and confidential medical and forensic records in compliance with organizational, legal and regulatory standards
• Return required paperwork (SANE survey) to SART Coordinator within three business days
• Attend scheduled SART, MDT and other required meetings, or obtain approval for absence
• Stay abreast of Copper Shore’s policies and procedures as they apply to the SART Program
• Participate in continuing education, training, and peer review processes to maintain certification and stay informed about best practices in forensic nursing.
• Promote awareness of SANE services and participate in community outreach programs as needed.

Qualifications

• RN or equivalent for at least two years
• Background in emergency medicine, women’s health services, or psychiatric medicine recommended.

Position Classification and Wage Scale

• On-Call, part-time Position which requires travel to Houghton, Keweenaw & Baraga Counties.
• Forensic Medical Exams are paid based on type of exam: $300 for a Full exam; $150 for a partial exam, and $50 per consult. $2.00 per hour for on-call time. Training is paid at $25 per hour. (SANE-Adult is 41 hours of training & SANE-Pediatrics is 43 hours of training. Training is done online and at your own pace. Court time is paid at $ 25 per hour (this includes paid prep time and time at court if a case goes to trial).

At Will Employment

Copper Shores Meals on Wheels acknowledge that the Employee’s employment is and shall continue to be at-will, as defined under applicable law. If the Employee’s employment terminates for any reason, the Employee shall not be entitled to any payments, benefits, damages, awards or compensation other than as provided by this agreement, or as may otherwise be established under the Company’s then existing employee benefit plans or policies at the time of termination.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copper Shores Meals on Wheels is an equal opportunity employer and we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, gender, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veterans’ status, or any other protected status.

Application Process

Mail or email cover letter and resume to:

Natasha Berg, Human Resource Director/Compliance
Copper Shores Community Health Foundation
400 Quincy Street
Hancock, Mi 49930

nberg@coppershores.org

Application review will begin immediately and the position will remain posted until filled.

Organization Mission, Vision, and Guiding Principles

Mission

• To positively influence a healthful community through enhanced philanthropy and collaboration

Vision

• To influence a shared vision (of a healthful community),
• to foster collaborations and partnerships
• and to build community capacity to shape outcomes.

Values

• Integrity – We will be open, honest, and transparent in our administration and stewardship of the community assets entrusted to us.
• Commitment to the Community – We shall administer the Foundation in a way that is objective, responsible and focused on long-term sustainability and
  impact.
• Collaboration – We will work to bring perspective and experience together to fulfill our potential as we work as a broader group that represents the interests of the community we serve. This shall be done to ensure that we strive to identify, foster, and maintain partnership-relations as we work to improve the health of our community.
• Creative Solutions – We will work towards that which we aspire to be and will find creative, innovative, and sustainable solutions to the systemic challenges that face our community’s overall condition of health.

Success Factors

• People – We will employ, engage, develop, and retain high-caliber employees and Board Directors.
• Processes – We will work to ensure our administrative processes provide effective administration of the Foundation.
• Financial Performance – We recognize that we must achieve financial goals and investment returns in order to effectively and perpetually reinvest in our community.
• Communication – We will be transparent and honest in our promotion of the Foundation and efforts to engage our donor community and cultivate overall public support.

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