Perinatal Nurse Educator, UW Medical Center, Perinatal Services

UW Medicine; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 67,819 - 124,438; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation available

Evening shift differential

Night shift differential

BSN premium

Job summary

UW Medical Center – Montlake seeks a Perinatal Clinical Nurse Educator to lead educational initiatives across Labor & Delivery, Antepartum, and Postpartum services. Candidates should have a BSN, hold a Washington State RN license, and possess at least four years of intrapartum clinical experience. This role includes driving performance improvement initiatives, engaging in staff education, and enhancing patient care quality. The position offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance, and the university’s commitment to an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of recent/current intrapartum clinical experience.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Experience in caring for critical care OB patients.

Responsibilities

• Serve as clinical expert for critical care obstetrical patients.
• Lead high-risk, low-frequency simulation drills.
• Identify and improve documentation quality.

Skills

Fetal heart tracing (FHT) interpretation

ACLS certification

Critical care obstetrical experience

Strong communication

Education

BSN or higher

Washington State RN license

Job description

**Job Description****UW Medical Center – Montlake** has an opportunity for a **Perinatal Clinical Nurse Educator (Registered Nurse 3)**This educator will provide leadership and education across Labor & Delivery, Antepartum, and Postpartum services, supporting clinical excellence and staff development.UW Medical Center – Montlake proudly holds the distinction of being the first Magnet(R)-designated hospital in the United States, and we are currently in our eighth consecutive designation. A testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in healthcare.Join us on this exciting journey!**OUR PERINATAL UNITS*****Labor and Delivery*** • Approximately 200 deliveries per month at a quaternary care hospital • 70% high-risk obstetric population, including medically complex co-morbidities • Capacity for up to 6 High risk OB patients, 14 antepartum patients, 9 L&D patients, Triage, 2 ORs and 2 PACU bays • Full spectrum care: antepartum, intrapartum, and triage • Staffing aligned with AWHONN standards ***Postpartum*** • Family-centered care model • 18 postpartum mother/baby rooms • Care for medically complex and high-risk postpartum patients • Collaborative care with Obstetric, Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Pediatric/Newborn providers available 24/7 • Access to certified lactation consultants 7 days/week • Partnership with dedicated perinatal social workers for care coordination • Staffing aligned with AWHONN standards**RESPONSIBILITIES** • Serve as a clinical expert in fetal heart tracing (FHT) interpretation and clinical decision-making; lead strip reviews, provide expert feedback, and identify educational opportunities; serve as an AWHONN EFM instructor•Serve as clinical expert for care of the critical care obstetrical patients; experience in caring for critical care OB patients, provide education specific to critical care for the obstetrical patient, telemetry and serve as ACLS instructor• Identify and improve documentation quality in the medical record; address gaps and provide actionable feedback • Drive and sustain performance improvement initiatives in partnership with the Clinical Nurse Specialist; analyze and track data to ensure compliance and outcomes • Act as a thoughtful communicator and change agent, identifying barriers and advancing team performance excellence • Lead high-risk, low-frequency simulation drills (e.g., maternal code, neonatal code, malignant hyperthermia, amniotic fluid embolism) • Partner with Leadership and the Clinical Nurse Specialist to conduct skills assessments and competency validation, including:Maternal CodesObstetrical hemorrhage and massive transfusion protocolShoulder dystociaNeonatal resuscitationIntrauterine resuscitationSevere hypertensive emergencies• Oversee and coordinate mandatory education and competency programs • Maintain education and compliance records for regulatory readiness • Support new staff onboarding, including check-ins, feedback to preceptors, and coordination of clinical learning experiences • Serve as a primary resource for staff new to perinatal nursing • Collaborate with leadership to ensure staff competency as scope of care evolves**SCHEDULE** • 100% FTE, variable shifts based on unit and educational needs**REQUIREMENTS** • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing • Minimum 4 years of recent/current intrapartum clinical experience • Have/Obtain a Washington State RN license or MSL • BSN or higher • Relevant experience may substitute for some educational requirements**ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE**UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.**ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER**UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community**Compensation, Benefits and Position Details****Pay Range Minimum:**$49.23 hourly**Pay Range Maximum:**$90.33 hourly**Other Compensation:**BSN or higher premium $1.00/hrCertification premium $1.25/hrEvening shift differential $3.00/hrNight Shift differential $5.00/hrRelocation available**Benefits:**For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/**Shift:**Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)This is a regular position**FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):**100.00%**Union/Bargaining Unit:**WSNA UWMC Montlake**About the UW**Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.**Our Commitment**The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with .To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under .### BenefitsThere are many perks to working for the University of Washington. Learn more about the that could be available to you as a UW employee.