Certified CPR Instructor

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Provides instruction to new and expectant parents on a variety of perinatal health issues. The Education Instructor has advanced training and skill in the area of Maternal-Child and/or education.  Works with women of child‑bearing ages.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR MOTHERS FIRST: 

1. Utilizes a systematic approach to the assessment of the participant’s learning needs. Utilizes a systematic approach to the assessment of the participant’s expectations of the tour/class.
2. Plans and organizes tour materials and content according to established curriculum and individual and group learning needs and expectations. Utilizes a variety of teaching strategies and class parent materials.
3. Plans, organizes and creates an environment in such a way that learning is enhanced. Promotes positive interactions with staff members on the units toured.
4. Skilled in actual presentation of information.  Presentation based on adult learning principles.
5. Exhibits a non-judgmental family-centered attitude at all times.  Tour guide/instructor is able to draw distinctions between personal beliefs or opinions, hospital policies and scientific facts.
6. Promotes safety both during the tour and/or class and the anticipated stay.
7. Utilizes a variety of methods to continuously evaluate the class/tour participant’s comprehension.  Answers questions and changes approach accordingly. 
8. Operates within the standards of practice as defined by departmental/hospital policies and professional organizations.  Remains current in areas of hospital policy, general information and expertise related to classes taught.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

1. 2 years prior clinical and/or adult education experience.
2. 2 years’ experience in a position with demonstrated critical thinking, customer service, interpersonal and verbal communication skills
3. Demonstrated knowledge in the use of audiovisual equipment.
4. Certified to perform CPR by either American Heart Association or Medic First Aid, or must become certified within probationary period.
5. Certified as an American Heart Association and/or Medic First Aid BLS instructor, or must become certified within probationary period if teaching CPR

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED

1. B.S. or B.A. degree in Education, related health field, or a national certification in area of expertise