Childbirth Educator

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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.

The word “dignity” perfectly defines what our organization stands for: showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. At Chandler Regional, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. They are the reason we are able to live out our healing ministry within the communities we serve. Our doctors, nurses and allied health professionals are a regular self-contained support system for each other. This unique working culture is one of the reasons why a career with us is so rewarding. 

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Job Summary:

Provide Prenatal instruction to community members on behalf of Community Health Education, Chandler Regional Medical Center and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center

Essential Functions:

• 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.
• Active member of committee(s) or collaborative teams as required by duties.
• Uses appropriate teaching tools for class. Ensures room is picked up after class, including returning supplies to storage.
• Participates in development activities to support the individual unit/department.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively work with various end users to effectively provide the needed information and training
  

Minimum:

Education and 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
• Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC) or
• Certified Childbirth Educator - ACBE (CCE-ACBE) or
• Certified Childbirth Educator - CCE PCE (CCE-PCE) or
• Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator (LCCE)