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Perinatal Nurse Educator, UW Medical Center, Perinatal Services

Salary$105k – $194k
LocationSeattle, WA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentNursing
Company size10,000+ people
First seen1w ago
Last seen3d ago
Job Description
About the role
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.
About the company
UW Medical Center – Montlake proudly holds the distinction of being the first Magnet®-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 Codes
Obstetrical hemorrhage and massive transfusion protocol
Shoulder dystocia
Neonatal resuscitation
Intrauterine resuscitation
Severe 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.
Excellence. Exploration. Education.
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.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$50.72 hourly
Pay Range Maximum:
$93.06 hourly
Other Compensation:
BSN or higher premium $1.00/hr Certification premium $1.25/hr Evening shift differential $3.00/hr Night Shift differential $5.00/hr Relocation 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)
Temporary or Regular?
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 UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected].
Applicants 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 Washington state law.
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