Childbirth Educator

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Imagine working in an environment where your experience and dedication truly makes a difference, guided by Dignity Health's profound values: Dignity, Justice, Stewardship, Collaboration, and Quality. Here, patient-first care isn't just a motto – it's our daily practice. As a leading 443-bed acute care hospital, we champion interdisciplinary teamwork and the highest standards of safety, because our patients, and you, deserve nothing less.

For over 50 years, Chandler Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has been a trusted partner to the vibrant East Valley community. This means you'll be joining a stable, growing organization with a rich history of service and innovation. We're passionate about your professional growth, offering extensive training, comprehensive resources, and abundant career advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

If you're a dedicated, compassionate professional eager for a dynamic, patient-centered career with one of Arizona's 'Most Admired Companies,' and you thrive in a truly supportive environment, we invite you to discover how your passion can transform lives at CRMC. Explore our opportunities and become a part of a team that celebrates you. 

As an Educator, you will be a vital contributor to the planning, coordination, and delivery of essential healthcare-related educational and training programs.

Every day, you will actively assist in scheduling and conducting diverse healthcare training programs. You will also provide direct coordination and/or instruction in various educational initiatives, ensuring effective learning experiences for all participants.

To be successful in this role, you will combine strong organizational and presentation skills with a deep understanding of healthcare education, a passion for teaching, and the ability to effectively engage and train diverse groups of healthcare professionals and staff.

• 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 department manager within 48 hours for consultation.
• 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.
• Submits class evaluations and rosters to program coordinator in a timely manner.

Preferred

• Two (2) years RN Maternal Child Health experience 
• Successful completion of lactation education/counselor course
• Successful completion of childbirth education course 
• Experience with instruction and/or facilitation in a community setting
• Registered Nurse: AZ, upon hire 
• Certified Breastfeeding Counselor or
• Certified Childbirth Educator - ACBE or
• Certified Childbirth Educator - CCE PCE or
• Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator or
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant