Birth Doula

Nadia Care; Memphis (TN); Remote; USD 8,400 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Nadia Care is seeking a certified Birth Doula to support expectant mothers in the Memphis area. The role covers two prenatal visits and on-call labor support, helping with labor plans, non-medical pain relief, and postpartum guidance.

Contract position with scheduling flexibility for 1–4 births per month; remote work within the contiguous US is available, with billing handled by Nadia Care and coordination with RN staff.

Qualifications

• Valid Doula Certification and deep knowledge of childbirth and non-medical pain management.
• Strong communication with cultural sensitivity and compassion for clients and providers.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and use telehealth and EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Build connections in two virtual prenatal visits and educate on labor positions and birth plans.
• Be on-call to support clients through active labor.
• Escalate clinical and social needs to the care team and document interactions.

Skills

Doula certification

Childbirth knowledge

Pain management

Breastfeeding knowledge

Bonding and postpartum care

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Telehealth familiarity

EHR documentation

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Home internet access

Education

Birth Doula certification

Job description

About Us:

The United States has the poorest maternal and birth outcomes of all developed countries with the underserved, Black, Brown, Indigenous communities disproportionately affected. Nadia Care is working to drastically change the experience of affected communities by reimagining how we deliver meaningful and compassionate care to expectant moms.

Nadia Care’s mission is to improve pregnancy, birth and the postpartum journey for women and their families by reimagining how maternity care is delivered. Our team is focused on building trust-based engagement and wrap-around support for expectant moms at home, in person and virtually to ensure they have all the social support they need for a successful and joyful pregnancy journey. We help our members with care navigation, doula support, assistance with lactation, nutrition, housing, transportation and a wide range of other needs. We leverage technology to support our virtual engagement that allows us to meet all our moms where they are.

We ensure that our members have trusted sources for support, resources, and information throughout their pregnancy, delivery and well into postpartum. Nadia Care does not replace the primary obstetrician or doctor’s relationships. Instead, we support expectant mothers with all other health-related social needs not typically available through their doctors’ offices.

Our Values:

• Empathy_is at the heart of everything we do. We must always center the experiences of the mothers and families we serve, as well as support and uplift one another_.
• Collaboration_is what makes us stronger. We achieve the greatest impact when we work together, share knowledge, and elevate each other’s strengths.
• Resilience_reflects our ability to push through challenges, adapt in a fast-changing environment, and remain committed to our mission no matter the obstacles_.

The Role:

We are looking for a certified Birth Doula to be a trusted partner and advocate for expectant mothers in the Memphis area. The birth doula will lead two prenatal visits with moms and support them through active labor.

This role is for someone who is passionate about making a difference, who believes that every woman deserves the best care, regardless of background or circumstances.

This role would support our members in the greater Memphis area.

Work Schedule:

This is a contract position to support 1 to 4 births per month with potential to increase, if desired. You would set your own schedule for 2 prenatal visits.

Responsibilities:

• Build an initial connection in two virtual prenatal visits, educating clients on labor positions, birth plans, and expectations for Labor & Delivery
• Be on-call to support your clients through active labor
• Communicate with the care team to escalated clinical issues and social needs from prenatal visits as needed
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation of all care interactions

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Doula Certification
• Deep knowledge of childbirth, non-medical pain management strategies, breastfeeding, mother/baby bonding, and postpartum recovery
• Strong communicator who can provide guidance with compassion and cultural sensitivity and inspire trust with clients, families, and medical providers – virtually and in-person
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills to manage multiple clients at one time
• Comfortable learning new communication and telehealth platforms and EHR documentation systems
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, reliable transportation, and compliance with state inspection, registration, and insurance requirements
• Access to home internet and a phone with internet access

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fluent in Spanish or Amharic
• Breastfeeding Counselor certification
• Adult & Infant CPR & First Aid certification

Benefits of Contracting with with us:

• Skip payment headaches: We manage the billing process for you and contracts directly with insurers.
• Set your schedule: Choose the hours and number of clients that work best for you.
• Help even more families: We find the members and seamlessly connects you with them.
• Feel the power of a team behind you: Our Maternity Navigators develop deep relationships with our members in their first and second trimester, monitoring their health and connecting them with community resources for a healthy pregnancy. You’ll receive a summary of the member’s pregnancy experience to date before your first visit. If any clinical issues arise, we also have RNs on staff, ready to help!

This contractor role pays between $700-$725 per client, which will consist of two prenatal visits and birth support. Exact compensation will depend on number of births and overall doula experience.

Our Interview Process

At Nadia Care, we value transparency and want you to feel prepared at every stage of your candidate journey. Below is our standard interview process for this role_:

1. Recruiter Screen | 30 minutes
2. Hiring Manager Interview | 45 minutes

Please note that this process is subject to change, but we will always keep you informed along the way.

For full-time employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally:

Time Off That Works for You

• Recharge with annual paid holidays off.
• Salaried (Exempt) Employees: Enjoy unlimited time off after the 90-day introductory period.
• Full-Time (Non-exempt) Employees: Receive three weeks of paid time off after the 90-day introductory period.

Comprehensive Health & Wellness Coverage

• Medical Insurance: Access top-tier healthcare, covering hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits. Coverage begins the first of the following month.
• Dental Insurance: Coverage for preventive care, as well as basic and major procedures.
• Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine eye exams and eyeglasses.

Security & Future Planning Options

• Stock Option Grant: We believe in shared success.
• Life Insurance: Financial protection for your beneficiaries.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage in case of illness or injury.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Opportunity to save for the future.

We’re building something great and want you to be part of it. If you’re looking for a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your contributions make an impact.

Remote positions are open to candidates in the contiguous US only. Due to operational and compliance requirements, we are unable to hire candidates residing in ND, AL, HI, PRor outside the contiguous US.

Please note that our recruitment team will only contact candidates via an official company email address ending [e-mail]. Be cautious of scams; Nadia Care will never ask for financial information or payments at any stage of the hiring process.