Northern Light Mercy Hospital

Department: Lactation Services

Position is located: Mercy Fore River

Work Type: PRN

Hours Per Week: Variable

Work Schedule: Variable

Summary:

The Childbirth Education Program Coordinator is a clinically expert practitioner and experienced adult educator. This position facilitates curriculum development, communication, and coordination of teaching activities in the childbirth education program. The incumbent performs duties and tasks in accordance with performance standards established for the job. The incumbent may have access to highly confidential patient, employee and/or organization proprietary information, and must handle & protect the information in accordance with hospital & system policies, HIPAA requirements and the highest level of ethical standards. The incumbent is responsible for reporting all security events, potential events, or other security risks to the organization. The incumbent is responsible for participation in and completion of all patient safety initiatives appropriate to the position, and conducts all job responsibilities according to the Mission and Values of the Hospital.

Responsibilities:

Plans, develops, coordinates, implements, instructs, and evaluates a Childbirth Education Program in conjunction with the childbirth educators, patients and the community.Facilitates program meetings to coordinate educational content of various classes.Reviews course syllabus annually with individual instructors.Facilitates annual review of overall program to assess need for new course offerings.Provides overall coordination for the program and the curriculum.May support instructional and clerical staff.Participates in the preparation of the budget for the program and maximizing revenue for childbirth education.Performs additional duties as required or assigned.

Other Information:

BLS Required. National certification in related field required.

Competencies and Skills

Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan. Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved. Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.

Credentials

Required Registered Nurse

Education

Required Bachelor's Degree

Working Conditions

Work with computers, typing, reading or writing. Lifting, moving and loading less than 20 pounds. Prolonged periods of sitting.