Childbirth Educator

CommonSpirit Health • Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

The Childbirth Educator plans, coordinates, and delivers healthcare-related educational and training programs, including facilitating classes according to designated curricula. The educator presents thorough, non-biased information and explains relevant risks, benefits, and alternatives to care. They answer participant questions with accurate, current information and consult the department manager within 48 hours when research is needed. The role also involves active participation in committees or collaborative teams, use of appropriate teaching tools, and timely submission of class evaluations and rosters. The educator arrives at least 30 minutes before class to set up and ensures the room is cleaned up and supplies are returned to storage afterward.

Requirements

• Arizona Registered Nurse (RN) license upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of RN Maternal Child Health experience.
• Successful completion of a lactation education/counselor course.
• Successful completion of a childbirth education course.
• Experience with instruction and/or facilitation in a community setting.
• A relevant credential: Certified Breastfeeding Counselor, Certified Childbirth Educator (ACBE), Certified Childbirth Educator (CCE), PCE or Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate classes according to the designated curriculum.
• Present information thoroughly and without bias, explaining risks, benefits, and alternatives for care when indicated.
• Arrive at least 30 minutes before class to set up.
• Answer participant questions and concerns with accurate, current information; consult the department manager within 48 hours if research is needed.
• Participate actively in committees or collaborative teams as required by the role.
• Use appropriate teaching tools for classes.
• Clean up the room after class and return supplies to storage.
• Submit class evaluations and rosters to the program coordinator in a timely manner.
• Assist with scheduling and conducting healthcare training programs and coordinate and/or instruct educational initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed