Childbirth Educator

Virginia Hospital Center • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

The Childbirth Education provides childbirth education to expectant parents. This instruction includes a healthy pregnancy, the childbirth process, breastfeeding, parenting, and the postpartum period. The position requires intimate knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of care at Virginia Hospital Center. The ability to communicate and present information about the childbirth process in an effective manner is essential. Must stay current with changes in labor and delivery technology and in the postpartum period.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• One year of child/maternal experience is required.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions or Compact State Licensure in Nursing is preferred.
• Certification in Childbirth Education is preferred.
• BLS certification is preferred.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree