registered nurse (R.N.)
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Registered Nurse (RN), SANE Program - Casual
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October 21, 2024
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VON Canada
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Requisition Details:Employment Status: CasualProgram Name: Sexual Assault Nurse ExaminerWork Schedule: Days, Evenings, Nights, WeekendsUnion/Bargaining Unit: NSNUOn Call: YesLocation Coverage: SANEs must be able to respond to a case in all 3 designated emergency departments (Truro, Amherst, Musquodoboit Valley) within 1.5 hours.The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program is a provincial, community-based intervention service that is provided, in this region, to Colchester and Cumberland counties and the Eastern Shore area. It is managed/administrated by the VON Colchester East Hants site. Specially trained RNs and NPs provide timely, professional, confidential, trauma-informed medical and forensic care and referrals for aftercare to post-pubescent victims of sexual assault and domestic violence, of all genders and orientations, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. SANEs report to the Manager of the SANE program. SANEs will be hired as an employee of VON, and all training will be provided. SANEs must attend scheduled monthly meetings and training sessions as necessary. On-call SANEs must be able to respond to a case in all 3 designated emergency departments (Truro, Amherst, Musquodoboit Valley) within 1.5 hours.Current VON nurses are encouraged to apply and may hold positions in both the visiting nurse program and the SANE program. External candidates with a primary job elsewhere will be assigned on-call hours based on the availability provided. Available hours must be provided 6 weeks (or more) in advance for each month. If External candidates are interested in working concurrently as a visiting nurse with VON, please indicate your interest on your cover letter.The SANE course is 5 days long in the classroom, often in Truro, with a 2-day Skills Lab usually in Halifax on a weekend. VON orientation and e-learning are also required with a date to be determined. Hired nurses will be trained to work in a support role with fully trained SANEs, with plans to take the next SANE course offered. Questions can be directed to the Manager at SANE@von.caKey Responsibilities: Function as part of the on-call SANE response team and be available for a minimum of 96 hours per month. Respond to calls at designated sites within 1.5 hours (emergency departments in Truro, Amherst, Musquodoboit Valley) Triage clients to determine if any necessary medical treatment is needed before forensic exam. Conduct medical-forensic exams, including proper collection of photographic and other evidence, accurately conducting sexual assault medical forensic interviews and maintaining chain of evidence. Administering prophylactic medications, including emergency contraception. Document all aspects of the encounter with the victim as per regulatory requirements, including mandatory duty to report as appropriate. Awareness of other community programs related to sexual assault. Testify in legal proceedings as necessary. Maintain confidentiality. Use a trauma-informed approach when caring for victims/survivors. Provide client-centered and culturally competent care. Maintain accountability based on the standards established by the Nova Scotia College of Nursing, policies, and protocols of the individual healthcare facilities and the SANE program, and ethical and legal requirements of professional practice. Maintain competency through regular practice, attending monthly staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and review of training material. Access confidential debriefing services as needed to maintain emotional and physical wellnessEducation, Designations, and Experience: Must be licensed as an RN or NP in the province of Nova Scotia. Current CPR required (grace time given due to lack of courses during pandemic) Must be available to complete VON Orientation and NS community-based SANE training upon hire with commitment to complete full SANE certification at a later date. Previous SANE experience is a strong asset. Three (3) years of experience in the commu
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LocationTruro, NS
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Casual employmentFull time
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Starts as soon as possible
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Advertised until
2024-11-20
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