RN Childrens Assault Treatment Services Job at Northridge Hospital Medical Center
Overview
Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information. In addition, Dignity Health has made the conscious decision to implement solutions that will improve patient care outcomes and nursing competencies. As a result, all RN candidates considered for this position will be required to take a series of assessments during our application and interviewing process that include a basic math assessment and a thorough behavioral-based questionnaire in addition to providing up to three professional references and a copy of your most recent performance evaluation.
Registered Nurse - Children’s Assault Treatment Services
Our Children Assault Treatment Services Department is seeking an RN who specializes in care of sexual assault and domestic violence patients. You will conduct forensic interviews, physical assessment of sexual assault victims and domestic violence victims, collection of evidence and documentation of examination findings.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Pay Range
$54.66 - $77.81 /hour
Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information. In addition, Dignity Health has made the conscious decision to implement solutions that will improve patient care outcomes and nursing competencies. As a result, all RN candidates considered for this position will be required to take a series of assessments during our application and interviewing process that include a basic math assessment and a thorough behavioral-based questionnaire in addition to providing up to three professional references and a copy of your most recent performance evaluation.
Registered Nurse - Children’s Assault Treatment Services
Northridge Hospital Medical Center
Our Children Assault Treatment Services Department is seeking an RN who specializes in care of sexual assault and domestic violence patients. You will conduct forensic interviews, physical assessment of sexual assault victims and domestic violence victims, collection of evidence and documentation of examination findings.
Responsibilities
- Adheres to established Hospital/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, Quality Assessment and Improvement Program, legal, safety, environmental, infection control standards, Nurse Practices Act and Patient's Bill of Rights.
- Responsible for the physical assessment of sexual assault and domestic violence victims.
- Responsible for the collection, documentation and packaging of forensic evidence for analysis by the Los Angeles City or Los Angeles County Crime Lab.
- Responsible for the provision of information and referrals regarding health concerns related to assault and domestic violence.
- Provide expert testimony in the area of sexual assault and domestic violence in a court of law
- Interact professionally with local law enforcement officers, County social workers, the City Attorney's Office and the District Attorney's office.
- Completes the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) form as well as obtaining consents, completing the CATS/SART Progress Record and patient after care instructions.
- Maintains close working relationship with the Program Director/Supervisor and members of other disciplines involved in care of sexual assault and domestic violence patients.
- Appropriately maintains accurate records.
- Submits work schedule of time available to Program Director/Supervisor as necessary to facilitate on-call and shift schedule.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
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Qualifications
- Minimum one year experience as RN with emphasis on assessment required.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Current and Active CA, RN License required.
- Training in sexual assault examinations required.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification (AHA BLS).
- LA City Fire Card (obtain within 90 days of hire) required.
This position is represented by SEIU L121RN and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Pay Range
$54.66 - $77.81 /hour
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