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Education:
HS or GED
Licensure:
* Heart Saver (CPR Certification)
* Certification to include: attendance of an approved Birth Doula Training Course and 3 independent, evaluated and documented births (not including your own physical deliveries)
Experience:
Experience providing continuous labor support under the supervision of a nurse or nurse midwife and /or licensed Obstetrician with a minimum of three well documented clients after taking a Doula Training Course.
Skills:
* Knowledge of childbirth theory and practice
* Work experience in labor and delivery or previous childbirth experience
* Ability to effectively communicate with expectant couples and healthcare providers in stressful situations
* Non-judgmental guidance for pain management
* Ability to manage many tasks simultaneously
* Knowledge of cultural and religious birth traditions with the ability to support and respect patient's goals and potential restrictions.
Patient & Workplace Safety:
Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.
Patient Population:
Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable.
COVID-19 Vaccination
All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.