Parenting Class Instructor (RN)

Position Objective:

This position instructs prospective parents and grandparents in infant care, self-care following delivery, or breast-feeding an infant according to guidelines established by the perinatal unit.

Essential Job Duties:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions 

1. Teaches class covering all points on established outline, allowing sufficient time for class participation.
2. Plans and prepares class materials according to established routine. Registers clients and document incentives according to guidelines.
3. Performs evaluation responsibilities and participates in quality improvement process.
4. Obtains needed supplies and equipment for class. Cleans teaching area and return supplies and equipment to proper storage area after class.
5. Communicates as necessary to coordinator or appropriate CHP staff and attends instructor meetings as scheduled by coordinator

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• BSN required.
• At least six months experience in Maternal-Child Health or Certificate in Early Childhood curriculum and Development.
• One year experience working with children under the age of two.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills.

Required License/Certifications: 

• Current licensure as a RN

• Certificate in Early Childhood curriculum and Development preferred.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands:

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will not be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Demands -

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position.  This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.