Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners

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Who else out there is a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner? I have been doing this for about 6-8 months and just went through the week long core SANE training that was put on by a major hospital and several SANE programs in our area. We heard from the coroner, police detectives, state crime lab, and various other Nurse examiners. I'd like to hear from others and compare notes on your programs in your areas.

i do have to say that when i was sexually abused last decemeber, my nurse was by far one of the best people i have ever met. she was so great that she changed what i wanted to do with my life, and i am now looking into forensic nursing myself.

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Specializes in Education, FP, LNC, Forensics, ED, OB.

hello, girl911 and welcome to allnurses.com and the forensic nursing forum

we are so glad that you joined the site.

i cannot imagine what you've been through. how wonderful that you had a competent and caring forensic nurse to care for you during this very trying time.

looks like you have made up your mind to pursue this in the future after your hs graduation. please come back and let us know about what you decide in the field of forensics.

enjoy the site here at allnurses.

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This is an area of nursing in which I've had a strong interest for some time. I live in a small town between Memphis and Nashville that does not have SANE. What would be the best way to find a training program? Are there any minimal requirements as far as education and/or years of experience? I'm at a point in my life at which I have the time and financial stability to pursue this, and any information would be appreciated.

The wheels are being put in motion to establish a "safe place" clinic however right now it's just 2 RN's with limited contacts but lot's of experience. Stay tuned.

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I did my training to become a SANE in March 09, I have found my niche in nursing I believe! I am so excited to be able to help someone in there time of need. I have been a nurse since 1994 and have done a full gamet of nursing roles, I feel if youdon't think being a SANE is for you don't do it. It is a certain area that will be fast for burn out if you aren't ready for it. Just my opinion but my belief is do only what makes you happy and makes you feel good that is the only way we can help others!!

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The wheels are being put in motion to establish a "safe place" clinic however right now it's just 2 RN's with limited contacts but lot's of experience. Stay tuned.

Go to the IAFN website and look for a program near you they may be able to help you get a program in your area started

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Specializes in forensic, correctional, wounds.

Hi there, I am a RN, with a cert. in Forensics and Mental Health, I also work as a Crisis Response worker for sexual assault in South Australia, I am really interested in becoming a qualified SANE nurse, it is not a common thing in Australia, but I would like it to be, does anyone have any info on international SANE nurses. I am interested to find out. :o

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....the hospital I work at in PA has a similar type SANE programme we have "regular" RN jobs and submit 40 hours of on call for SANE every 6 weeks

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