OREGON SAE/SANE CERTIFICATION COMMISSION
The mission of the SAE/SANE Certification Commission is to ensure that nurses who provide sexual assault medical care and conduct forensic examinations in Oregon have the necessary training and qualifications to do so in accordance with the best standards of care and using a victim-centered approach. |
Oregon Sexual Assault Examiner (SAE)/ |
The Oregon SAE/SANE Certification Commission was established by the Attorney General in 2004. Oregon is one of only seven states that offer state-level SAE/SANE certification. Oregon certification provides nurses with information about the specifics of the SAFE (Sexual Assault Forensic Exam) Kit used throughout Oregon and requires participation in a minimum number of precepted exams to demonstrate competency, which is not a requirement of the International Association of Forensic Nurses certification. Additionally, Oregon certification fosters local collaboration by requiring non-clinical contact with community partners, including time spent with the local District Attorney and advocacy program, ride-alongs with local law enforcement, and a visit to the state crime lab. The Oregon SAE/SANE Certification Commission reviews certification applications for competency, consistency and accuracy, and provides feedback and support to nurses working to obtain their Oregon SAE/SANE certification.
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