Childbirth Educator (CBE) - PRN

IU Health•Carmel, IN

6d•Remote

About The Position

The PRN Childbirth Educator works directly with expectant parents and their families to help them prepare for childbirth and understand pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum care, and the medical care they are receiving. The role translates complex health information into clear, practical guidance and designs and delivers childbirth and health education programs with defined objectives, teaching methods, and measurable outcomes. The educator oversees supporting patient education materials, resources, and training; identifies and coordinates internal and external resources; and evaluates program effectiveness through customer feedback and measures of increased knowledge. They refine programs and materials to improve patient understanding and outcomes and partner with OB and clinical teams to align education efforts with patient care goals. This is a primarily virtual position serving patients across Indiana. Onsite attendance is required for onboarding, training, monthly staff meetings, and a 6-month check-in. Travel to external sites within Indiana may be needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Health Promotion, Health Education, or a related field.
3–5 years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience developing health education programs with specific objectives, methods, and measurable outcomes.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Must reside in Indiana and be able to travel to external sites as needed.
Flexibility to work a PRN (as-needed) schedule.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree, or equivalent years of experience.
OB knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

Consult with expectant parents and families about pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum care, and the medical care they are receiving.
Develop childbirth education programs with clear objectives, teaching methods, and measurable outcomes.
Oversee the creation, provision, and distribution of patient education materials and resources.
Design and deliver classes and training programs for patients, families, and team members.
Identify, enlist, and coordinate internal and external resources to support patient education needs.
Evaluate program effectiveness using customer feedback and measures of increased knowledge.
Modify programs and materials based on evaluation results to improve outcomes.
Partner with OB and clinical teams to align education efforts with patient care goals.
Attend monthly staff meetings and complete in-person onboarding, training, and a 6-month check-in.
Travel to external sites within Indiana as needed.