Registered Nurse (RN) Childbirth Educator PRN

Registered Nurse (RN) Childbirth Educator, OB

Job Type: PRN | 0.001 FTE | Day Shift (no weekends/holidays)

Schedule: Varied Shifts, 18 hour/pp  

Your experience matters

UP Health System - Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an OB RN Childbirth Educator joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ^®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Come join our skilled, caring, and talented OB team. We take pride in delivering high‑quality care and fostering a supportive environment where team members care for one another as much as they care for their patients.

How you'll contribute

An OB RN Childbirth Educator who excels in this role:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate childbirth education programs in accordance with established standards of care, utilizing strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical skills. 

• Provide education and support to expectant parents and families, promoting informed decision-making and positive birth experiences. 

• Demonstrate excellent teaching, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences. 

• Understand and respond to the cultural, physical, emotional, and psychological aspects of childbirth, lactation, and parenting. 

• Present information confidently and effectively in both group and individual settings. 

• Utilize sound clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while working independently and collaboratively. 

• Maintain composure and effectiveness in a fast-paced, potentially stressful environment and take appropriate action when needed. 

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current Michigan RN license and possess an associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school (bachelor’s preferred). 

Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

• Previous experience in OB and Childbirth Education

• Childbirth Educator Certification (preferred) 

• Annual influenza vaccination or declination

Connect with a Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Paula Swartout by texting or calling 906.282.1179 or use this link (https://bit.ly/BookTimewithPaulaSwartout) to schedule a phone call.

More about UP Health System

UP Health System - Portage is a 36-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan for over 128 years. We are proud to be recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, Silver Plus Award for Stroke Care, Highest Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group and a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by the Chartis Center for Rural Health.

EEOC Statement

"UP Health System - Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System - Marquette is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

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