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Dual Role of Perinatal Nurse Educator and Perinatal Safety Specialist

CHI, Bismarck, North Dakota, us, 58502

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Dual Role of Perinatal Nurse Educator and Perinatal Safety Specialist CHI St Alexius Health – Bismarck, ND

Job Summary and Responsibilities Perinatal Nurse Educator Responsibilities:

Assess, research, coordinate, implement, and evaluate educational and professional development programs as established by leadership.

Act as role model, clinical nursing expert, change agent, mentor, and leader to the campus and region.

Serve as a consultant for organizational, regional, and system initiatives related to nursing practice.

Seek out evidence‑based practice and apply findings to clinical excellence and education.

Provide clinical expertise and leadership to quality improvement initiatives.

Coordinate and facilitate nursing transitions to practice and ongoing professional development (central onboarding, clinical orientation, nurse residency, fellowships, competency assessment, preceptor and mentor programs).

Contribute to the development and maintenance of educational tools and resources, integrating adult learning theories, organizational development principles, and systems approach.

Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Perinatal Safety Specialist Responsibilities:

Keep staff updated on perinatal safety initiatives through education, training, implementation, and policies.

Stay informed on changing national clinical practice standards and CommonSpirit Health perinatal safety initiatives.

Disseminate relevant safety and specialty information.

Participate in patient safety and administrative rounds.

Present patient and staff safety concerns to appropriate clinical forums.

Assist with departmental performance reviews by identifying issues, gathering and evaluating data, and handling corporate data entry.

Support the healthcare team during adverse events or untoward outcomes.

Develop and implement education/action plans for reported events.

Implement and support patient safety and quality of care initiatives.

Collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership to deliver survey results and address identified themes and issues.

Promote and support competency‑based education and confirm clinician completion.

Implement perinatal safety initiatives as identified by clinical leadership.

Monitor clinical outcomes.

Facilitate interdisciplinary communication and education.

Ensure data and information align with regulatory agency standards and best practice standards for service areas.

Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Job Requirements Perinatal Nurse Educator

BSN required. Master’s Degree in Nursing or MSN program completion within five years of start date.

Minimum 3 years clinical experience in labor & delivery setting.

Active RN licensure in North Dakota or nurse licensure compact. Basic life support required upon hire.

Experience in nursing education and development of clinical education programs.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Advanced nursing skill knowledge and application.

Critical thinking in complex situations.

Preferred: MSN with emphasis in Education; specialty professional nursing certification.

Perinatal Safety Specialist

Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing required; Master’s degree or higher preferred.

Minimum 5 years as a clinician in Women’s Services.

Minimum 2 years project experience in Women and Infants perinatal safety.

Experience with quality improvement/process improvement techniques, project/program management.

Current RN license in North Dakota or compact state.

Required certifications: CCRN‑NEO, C‑EFM, RN‑BC MCN, RN‑BC‑PERI, RNC, RNC‑LRN, RNC‑MNN, RNC‑NIC, RNC‑OB.

BLS‑CPR; NRP within 90 days.

Proficiency in software such as Google or Microsoft applications.

Where You’ll Work Since 1885, CHI St Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St Alexius Health for many years to come.

Pay Range $34.35 - $49.22 /hour

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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