Childbirth Educator - PRN

Company: CHI Health
Location: Omaha
Posted on: May 24, 2020

Job Description:

Position Type: PRN Scheduled Hours per 2 week Pay Period: 0 Primary Location: CUMC-Bergan Mercy, Omaha NE and Mercy in Council Bluffs, IA Hours: PRN and will vary/rotate Your time at work should be fulfilling. Rewarding. Inspiring. That's what you'll find when you join one of our non-profit CHI facilities across the nation. You'll find challenging, rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we'll create healthier, stronger communities. Imagine your career at Catholic Health Initiatives! PRINCIPAL ACCOUNT ABILITIES: Maintains clinical competence and instructional skills through attendance at continuing education programs or specialty certification. -- May be responsible to facilitate the following classes: o Breastfeeding o Multiple Blessings o New Parent o Newborn Care o Prepared Childbirth o Early Pregnancy o Childbirth Refresher o Toddler Talk o Miscellaneous childbirth classes as added to the curriculum -- Reviews/revises class content as needed in collaboration with BE Coordinator. -- Keeps accurate class log and submits information to the BE Coordinator. -- Knowledgeable about class content and able to field related questions. -- Maintains appropriate audio-visual displays and is knowledgeable about use of audio-visual equipment. -- Knowledgeable about adult learning patterns. -- Conducts classes in an orderly and timely manner. Starts promptly and finishes on time. -- Confident in managing group dynamics. -- Maintains instructor dress code as defined in policy. -- Self-directing and accountable in maintaining a good instructor attendance record. -- Able to function as an independent, competent instructor in assigned classes and programs. -- Participates in quality screening by having class participants complete an evaluation of the learning experience at the end of each class series. -- Maintains a class roster and is accountable to assist in notifying class participants if class needs to be canceled due to adverse weather conditions or if other unanticipated conditions arise. -- Accountable for assembling or assuring that education handouts are available. -- Available as a resource person for the clinical staff to assist in education of the inpatient with special needs or questions. -- Makes recommendations to the Director of Maternal Services and/or Childbirth Education Coordinator for appropriate reference books to have on the unit for clinical staff and BE educators. -- Provides for confidentiality of participant information and records. -- Assures participant rights. -- Recognizes the participant with special needs and seeks avenues to meet those needs within the community. -- Employs safe practice by being knowledgeable about fire regulations, disaster plans, established infection control policies, and electrical safety. -- Maintains working knowledge of department protocol as they relate to the care of the mother and infant. -- Participates in all safety, security and infection control programs that are mandatory as well as those required and provided by the department. -- Demonstrates work practices consistent with CHI Health and department-specific safety, security and infection control policies. -- Must have ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse and multi-cultural environment. DISCLOSURE STATEMENT: The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience Experience as a clinical provider in the Maternal Child Health field with a minimum of one year experience in maternal newborn nursing and/or labor and delivery or previous experience as an instructor in childbirth education preferred. Education/ License Requirements Preferred/ Recommended: Professional licensure as an active RN license or inactive with previous obstetric experience, or LPN in Nebraska or Iowa, or certification through a professional organization related to Lamaze Education, Lactation Support Education, or Specialty Certification in the Maternal Child area, preferably one of the following certifications: B.E.S.T, ICEA, ASPO, and Certified Breastfeeding Educator. Required: BLS or BLS instructor certification is required upon hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications through the American Heart Association: Recommended Skills Ongoing continuing education attendance related to childbirth or parenting education programs or curriculum development. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Must possess strong knowledge of processes associated with Maternal Child Medicine and Care. As an educator, must be aware of components associated with adult learning, have a comfort level with speaking in front of groups of people, and be able to comfortably interact with people. Must possess ability to direct group dynamics to maintain a positive group experience. Must be self-assured and able to function independently. Working Conditions Normal office environment. Routine periods of sitting, walking, and standing required. Occasional travel between locations throughout the Omaha-Council Bluffs area. Join us at Catholic Health Initiatives, and become a part of our faith-based health system. Additional Information Requisition ID: 2020-R0270408 Schedule: Part-time Shift: On Call Market: CHI Health SDL2017

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