Overview
Ulster County Department of Health seeks a S.A.N.E. Nurse to work in its Family Health Division. This is an On-call position that pays $50 per 24 hours (pro-rated) for On-call and $75/hr. when called to conduct an examination.
The work involves the responsibility for conducting sexual offense forensic examinations for victims of sexual assault, collecting and preserving forensic evidence, and preparing and reviewing report of findings to the investigating officer. The S.A.N.E. (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) exam may include a medical-forensic exam, prophylaxis for pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, photographic documentation, and referrals for appropriate medical and psychological follow-up, as well as support and participation in legal proceedings. The work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level employee allowing for wide latitude in making professional judgements as they pertain to nursing care. Supervision is not normally a function of this class. Does related work as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Current registration, certification, or license, as appropriate to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant or Physician in the State of New York; PLUS EITHER:
A. One (1) year of full-time clinical post-graduate experience in treating sexual assault patients; OR
B. Possession of current SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) certification approved by the NYS Department of Health (DOH), IAFN (International Association of Forensic Nurses) certification or equivalent acceptable training program.
Special Requirement: Preceptorship must be completed within one (1) year from date of appointment.
Special Requirement for appointment to Ulster County positions: Upon a conditional employment offer and in accordance with Ulster County Legislative Local Law Number 14 of 2007 or by other State and Federal Statutes, prospective candidates for employment to all Ulster County positions must obtain clearance for appointment from the Department of Criminal Justice System or other mandated Federal and State regulatory authorities. Such prospective candidates will be required to be fingerprinted accordingly.
ULSTER COUNTY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ALL CIVIL SERVICE LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS APPLY.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, disabled veteran status, or status as a member of any other protected group or activity.
