MedStar Health

Assists program coordinator/manager to plan, oversee, and evaluate orientees and childbirth educator trainees.. Contacts appropriate resource (Community Health Education or Telehealth Center) for rosters of class or tour participants prior to class.. Gives tours of labor/delivery and postpartum units, antenatal testing, nursery etc.. Childbirth Educator certification requiredor. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team.

childbirth educator

General Summary of PositionObstetrics experience is vital to this role. This nurse teaches and evaluates educational programs designed to meet the assessed needs of MedStar in a continuing effort to ensure quality care and maintain current standards of practice. Serves as an educator, resource, and consultant. Primary Duties and Responsibilities <li>Adheres to MedStar curriculum as developed for childbirth and other classes.</li><li>Assists program coordinator/manager to plan, oversee, and evaluate orientees and childbirth educator trainees. Submits evaluations to Program Coordinator within one week of completion of series.</li><li>Contacts appropriate resource (Community Health Education or Telehealth Center) for rosters of class or tour participants prior to class.</li><li>Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.</li><li>Cooperates with and participates in the peer review and evaluation program.</li><li>Determines major competencies for class participants; interprets target population's needs; designs learning environment incorporating an audiovisual media mix to maximize the learning opportunities for class participants.</li><li>Educates others about Women's Services products and providers and directs volume into the MedStar business units.</li><li>Enhances growth and development and enriches personal knowledge and skill through participation in educational programs and affiliations. Utilizes established research process and incorporates results into practice. Maintains certification.</li><li>Follows up with class participants in the event of absence. Works with class participants to make up missed classes.</li><li>Gives tours of labor/delivery and postpartum units, antenatal testing, nursery etc. as part of childbirth class series.</li><li>Maintains department records, reports, and files as required. Sends evaluations to program coordinator/manager within one week of class completion.</li><li>Participates in meetings.</li><li>Teaches scheduled classes, and evaluates as necessary, and maintains current, accurate records of attendance and participation in educational programs.</li><li>May develop and coordinate linkages with other health care organizations, community agencies, support groups, and providers to meet health care needs of the community.</li><li>May participate in formulating short and long-term plans for current and future educational programs.</li> Minimum Qualifications Education<ul><li> Childbirth Educator certification requiredor</li><li> qualification to teach specialty topics obtained through extensive clinical experience and training requiredand</li><li>Bachelor's degreepreferred</li></ul> Experience<ul><li>1-2 years Teaching experience; clinical experience in labor and delivery or related experience requiredand</li><li> Lactation instructional experience preferredand</li></ul> Licenses and Certifications<ul><li>RN- Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Valid RN license in the State of Marylandpreferred </li></ul> Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities<ul><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills as related to community events.</li><li>Basic computer skills preferred.</li></ul> Why MedStar Health? At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through: <ul><li> Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.</li><li> Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities.We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.</li><li> Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.</li><li> More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.</li></ul> About MedStar Health MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people. MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason. Associated topics: ambulatory, care, coronary, hospice, intensive care unit, mhb, nurse, psychatric, recovery, unit

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