Perinatal Instructor - Womens Health Svcs

About the role

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

The Perinatal Instructor reports to the Perinatal Education Supervisor. Is certified in a specific area of expertise. Instructs clients in topics related to their area of expertise while providing teaching which reflects HHC's philosophies of family-centered maternity care and informed choice. Communicates effectively in both group and one to one settings and participates in program development and evaluation. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Provides accurate, current and comprehensive information in classes following course outline.
• Collaborates with team members on course development, integrating current research from independent reading and seminars.
• Allows flexibility within the program to respond to clients’ questions and concerns.
• Answers questions fully and seeks additional information when needed.
• Provides time for individualized teaching when necessary.
• Instructs classes employing the principles of adult learning.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching techniques and visual aids.
• Designs teaching tools for class instruction and collaborates with Perinatal Education Supervisor to ensure all teaching materials are up to date.
• Plans class material to meet participants’ level of understanding.
• Ensures that requested topics are covered in class.
• Relates to clients in a supportive, affirmative and open manner.
• Is sensitive and responsive to cultural differences.
• Displays approachability as evidenced by participants’ comments on class evaluations.
• Informs participants of their right and responsibility to make informed choices for themselves and their families related to health care options.
• Provides information in an unbiased manner and encourages participants to make choices based on their own needs and preferences.
• Demonstrates acceptance of clients’ feelings, rights and choices as evidenced by client feedback.
• Consistently monitors course outline for inaccuracies or outdated materials.
• Assists Perinatal Education Supervisor in development of course outlines for new programs.
• Utilizes class evaluations to determine accuracy and relevancy of material presented.
• Reviews and validates participants’ evaluation data with Perinatal Education Supervisor.
• Makes suggestions for appropriate changes.
• Represents HHC Maternity Services to the community through public events and social media.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Nationally recognized certification in one of the following: Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Lactation Consultant, Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified CPR or First Aid Instructor, or Certified Infant Massage Instructor.
• RN or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Experience:

• 1 year experience in Maternal-Child health care setting.

Skills

• Possesses basic computer skills.

Benefits

Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth with locations around the state. The organization is on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. A competitive benefits program is designed to ensure work/life balance.