What are the responsibilities and job description for the Childbirth Educator position at CommonSpirit Health?
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Chandler, Arizona, has a stable suburban population with an economy anchored by many large financial, and high tech companies. Located southeast of Phoenix, Chandler is a skillfully developed community of friendly, diverse neighborhoods with expansive parks, great schools, convenient shopping, and excellent career opportunities.
For more than 50 years, Dignity Health’s Chandler Regional Medical Center has focused on quality patient care and service to the community. As the longest established hospital in the southeast valley, Chandler Regional has provided care for the Chandler community since 1961. The hospital recently added a new five-story tower with 96 patient beds, increasing the acute-care bed count to 338. This expansion increased emergency and trauma services, as well as the surgical unit and intensive care offerings.
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Responsibilities
COME JOIN US as we seek a CHILDBIRTH EDUCATOR who is passionate about the well being of our patients. This employee will provide prenatal instruction to community members on behalf of Community Health Education Chandler Regional Medical Center and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center.
Job Summary:
Provide Prenatal instruction to community members on behalf of Community Health Education, Chandler Regional Medical Center and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center.
Job Responsibilities:
Facilitates class according to designated curriculum. Be thorough in presenting non-biased information and explaining risks and benefits as indicated. Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to class for set-up.
Instruction will be conducted in a non-biased manner with a focus on addressing the risks, benefits and alternatives for care, when indicated.
Answers participant's questions and concerns with accurate and current information to the best of your knowledge. If research is needed, consult with education coordinator within 48 hours for consultation. Call participant back as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum:
Experience:
Two (2) years RN Maternal Child Health experience or national certification for Childbirth Education or successful completion of Breastfeeding Counselor course (for Art of Breastfeeding Class) Experience with instruction and/or facilitation in a community setting
Licensure:
Current AZ RN license or national certification for Childbirth Education (CAPPA ICEA or Lamaze) or course of completion certificate for Breastfeeding Counselor.
