What does a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) do?

About this episode

The episode discusses the critical role of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners in supporting survivors of sexual violence.

Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) play a critical role in the care of survivors. Join Kirstyn and Charity as they sit down with a local medical practitioner, for a conversation about the role of SANEs, and what everyone should know about supporting survivors of sexual violence.

People in this episode

Hosts: Kirstyn, Charity

Topics covered

• sexual assault
• nursing
• survivor support
• healthcare
• violence prevention

Keywords

• SANE
• sexual assault
• nurse examiner
• survivor care
• medical practitioner

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Harmony House, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)

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