Perinatal Education Instructor

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Provides instruction to new and expectant parents on a variety of perinatal health issues. The Perinatal Education Instructor is a nurse with advanced training and skill in the area of Maternal-Child Nursing or a specific allied health field. Works with women of child‑bearing ages.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilizes a systematic approach to the assessment of the participant’s learning needs. Utilizes a systematic approach to the assessment of the participant’s expectations of the class.
• Plans and organizes class materials and content according to established curriculum and individual and group learning needs and expectations. Utilizes a variety of teaching strategies and class parent materials.
• Plans, organizes and creates an environment in such a way that learning is enhanced. Sets up and breaks down classrooms according to room utilization diagram.
• Skilled in actual presentation of information. Presentation based on adult learning principles. Instructor is able to draw distinctions between personal beliefs or opinions and scientific fact.
• Utilizes a variety of methods to continuously evaluate learner comprehension and changes approach accordingly.
• Operates within the standards of practice as defined by departmental/hospital policies and professional organizations. Remains current in areas of expertise related to classes taught.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and registered in the State of Georgia
• Certified to perform CPR by either American Heart Association or Medic First Aid, or must become certified within probationary period
• Certified as an American Heart Association and/or Medic First Aid BLS instructor, or must become certified within probationary period if teaching CPR
• Excellent critical thinking, interpersonal and verbal communication skills

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED

• International certification in childbirth education or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the use of audiovisual equipment.
• Prior clinical and adult education experience.
• Lactation Educator preferred