Perinatal Safety Coordinator RN - NICU; 0.75FTE; Night Shift

UnityPoint Health•Madison, WI

About The Position

The Perinatal Safety Coordinator (PSC) RN serves as a collaborative partner with providers, nursing staff, clinical leaders, and interdisciplinary team members to promote and maintain patient safety, teamwork, communication, and a culture of high reliability throughout the assigned clinical area. The role takes an active leadership position in identifying safety gaps, supporting evidence-based practice, and leading initiatives designed to improve patient outcomes and reduce risk. Its primary function is to provide clinical support to frontline teams, serve as the unit or service line safety champion, and promote safe, equitable, patient-centered care. The PSC assists with implementing and sustaining patient safety programs, evidence-based practices, standardized workflows, safety checklists, emergency response processes, and communication tools. The role collaborates with providers, nursing leadership, educators, and interdisciplinary teams to support coordinated evidence-based care. The PSC assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates clinical programs, patient safety initiatives, and quality improvement efforts intended to improve outcomes for patients and families. The position is 0.75 FTE and works Sunday through Thursday, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM, with a daytime meeting requirement once per month.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
At least 3 years of clinical nursing experience within the relevant area of the Perinatal service line.
Current Registered Nurse licensure in Wisconsin.
CPR certification, or eligibility to complete it within 3 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Master's or DNP degree in Nursing or Education.
Simulation training.
Team STEPPS® training or certification.
Specific NICU certification.

Responsibilities

Partner with providers, nursing staff, clinical leaders, and interdisciplinary team members to promote patient safety, teamwork, communication, and high reliability.
Identify safety gaps, support evidence-based practice, and lead initiatives to improve patient outcomes and reduce risk.
Provide clinical support to frontline teams and serve as the unit or service line safety champion.
Promote safe, equitable, patient-centered care.
Assist in implementing and sustaining patient safety programs, evidence-based practices, standardized workflows, safety checklists, emergency response processes, and communication tools.
Collaborate with providers, nursing leadership, educators, and interdisciplinary teams to support coordinated evidence-based care.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate clinical programs, patient safety initiatives, and quality improvement efforts to improve outcomes for patients and families.