IU Health·Indianapolis, Indiana
The Doula provides emotional, physical, and informational support to patients and families during the labor and birth process. They also serve as a liaison between the clinical medical staff and the patients to ensure high-quality, values-based care.
Guides pregnant person/family through the birthing process to provide emotional, physical and informational support. Works with the family at the hospital during the labor & birth process and postpartum. Administers care to designated patients and provides support to the care team under the direction of the clinical nurse. Serves as a liaison between clinical, medical staff and underserved patients and/or families. Assures care of patients and families is reflective of IU Health's values.
High School Diploma/GED is required.
Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
Requires knowledge and cultural understanding of target communities.
Requires high level of oral and written fluency in English and target languages.
May provide support to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) patients, families, and medical staff providing care.
May require Medical Interpreter Certification when applicable.
Preferred Birth Doula Certification from accredited organizations. DONA (Doula Organization of North America) certification required within 24 months of hire date, with IU Health assistance.
Preferred CLC (Certified Lactation Counselor) certification or completion of certification within 12 months of hire date.
Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.
Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and 0-3 years of relevant experience. Certification as a Birth Doula is preferred, with a requirement to obtain DONA certification within 24 months of hire.
Market context
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