Educator - Childbirth- PRN

Job Description

Overview

Location:

Bloomington Hospital

Position:
Educator - Childbirth

Shift: PRN Weekends
- Classes are typically on Saturday 9AM-4PM or can do a two day class with each lasting 3-4 hours.

IU Health is Indiana's 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.

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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, effective learning environment. The Educator might be asked to collaborate with managers to support staff development, offers individual counseling as needed, and promotes a culture of continuous professional growth within IU Health.

Ideal candidates will possess OB knowledge and experience.

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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, 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.

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Qualifications & Requirements:

* Education:

* Bachelor's 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.

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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