Perinatal Nurse Educator & Outreach Lead

Mercyhealth

Rockford (IL)

On-site

USD 72,000 - 108,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Well-being programs

Job summary

Mercyhealth seeks a registered nurse to lead perinatal outreach education across community hospitals in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. You will assess educational needs, develop programs for physicians and nurses, and evaluate offerings for quality and impact.

The role requires a BSN (MSN preferred), at least five years in high-risk perinatal nursing, and demonstrated leadership. Occasional evening/weekend events may be required; Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and comprehensive

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with BSN required or enrollment in a BSN completion program.
Minimum 5 years of high-risk perinatal nursing experience.
Experience in perinatal public health issues and leadership.

Responsibilities

Provide outreach education to obstetric and neonatal professionals in the community hospitals.
Assess educational needs and develop/implement perinatal educational programs for physicians and nurses in the network. Develop pertinent teaching materials.
Assist in evaluation of community hospitals and the Perinatal Center. Participate in re-designation of hospitals in network.
Coordinate mortality and morbidity reviews between community hospitals and the Perinatal Center; compile and maintain statistics.
Maintain and promote cooperative relationships with allied health departments and community hospitals and health agencies.