Childbirth Educator (Per-Diem)

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Wellness benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

VHC Health seeks a qualified nurse educator to deliver childbirth education to expectant parents. The role emphasizes safe pregnancy, labor, postpartum, breastfeeding and parenting education, aligned with hospital policies. Strong communication and ability to present information clearly is essential.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and RN licensure in Virginia (or compact license). One year of child/maternal experience is required; certification in childbirth education and BLS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• One year of child/maternal experience is required.
• RN licensure in Virginia or compact state preferred.
• Certification in childbirth education preferred.
• BLS certification preferred.

Skills

Childbirth education

RN licensure

Maternal health experience

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Purpose & Scope

The Childbirth Education provides childbirth education to expectant parents. This instruction includes a healthy pregnancy, the childbirth process, breastfeeding, parenting, and the postpartum period. The position requires intimate knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of care at Virginia Hospital Center. The ability to communicate and present information about the childbirth process in an effective manner is essential. Must stay current with changes in labor and delivery technology and in the postpartum period.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.

Experience

One Year Of Child/maternal Experience Is Required.

Certification/Licensure

Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Virginia Department of Health Professions or Compact State Licensure in Nursing is preferred.

Certification in Childbirth Education is preferred.

BLS certification is preferred.

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.

In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.

VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate's qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.

The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.

VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.