Educator - Childbirth - PRN
Job Description
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IU Health is Indianas largest and most comprehensive healthcare system committed to supporting staff development and fostering a culture of continuous learning. We are seeking a dedicated Childbirth Educator to facilitate prenatal educational opportunities for learners, promote professional growth, and ensure competency across clinical teams.
Position Overview
The Childbirth Educator provides essential prenatal educational support by conducting group and individualized training sessions tailored to learners varying experience levels and needs. This role involves assessing learner progress, applying adult education principles, and creating a safe and effective learning environment. The Educator might be asked to collaborate with managers to support staff development, offer individual counseling as needed, and promote a culture of continuous professional growth within IU Health.
Ideal candidates will possess OB knowledge and experience.
Key Responsibilities
• Facilitate group and one-on-one educational sessions for clinical staff and learners. • Assess learner progress and ensure educational needs are met effectively. • Apply adult learning principles and instructional methodologies to facilitate meaningful learning experiences. • Create a safe and supportive environment that encourages active participation and learning. • Respond to manager requests for assistance with individual learners or staff development needs. • Provide individual counseling and guidance to help staff meet educational and competency requirements. • Support ongoing professional development and promote best practices in education.
Qualifications & Requirements
• Education - Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent experience in education or a related field. • Experience & Skills - 0-3 years of relevant experience, 2 years of teaching experience in the field preferred. • Clinical background preferred. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related applications required. • Familiarity with adult learning principles and evaluation techniques preferred.
Why Join IU Health
• Opportunity to contribute to staff development and professional growth. • Collaborative environment supporting continuous learning. • Engage in meaningful educational initiatives that impact patient care. • Supportive leadership committed to staff empowerment.
To learn more about our benefits, visit careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you.
We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity, and/or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.