Health Educator I/Doula - Per Diem Varied Shifts, Parent Education, Morristown Medical Center
Company: Atlantic Health System
Location: Morristown
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description The Doula is a non-clinical professional who
provides continuous emotional, physical, and informational support
to birthing individuals and their families throughout pregnancy,
labor, delivery, and the immediate postpartum period. This role
collaborates with the healthcare team to promote a safe,
supportive, and patient-centered birthing experience while
respecting established medical practices and organizational
policies. Provide continuous emotional and physical support to
clients during labor and childbirth. Utilize comfort measures such
as positioning, relaxation techniques, breathing support, massage,
and reassurance. Assist clients and families in understanding birth
preferences and provide support in communicating those preferences
with the medical team. Deliver evidence-based information on
pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum recovery to support
informed decision-making. Facilitate a calm and supportive birthing
environment in alignment with patient needs and wishes. Maintain
accurate and timely documentation of client interactions in
accordance with organizational standards. Adhere to
confidentiality, ethical practices, and professional boundaries at
all times. Qualifications Requirements: High school diploma or
equivalent required Certification as a Birth Doula. Doula from a
recognized program required BLS certification Preferred: Associate
or bachelor’s degree in a health-related field preferred
Flexibility to work variable hours, including nights, weekends,
holidays, and extended on-call periods Demonstrated ability to
provide culturally competent, inclusive, and respectful care.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and advocacy skills.
Keywords: Atlantic Health System, Parsippany-Troy Hills Township , Health Educator I/Doula - Per Diem Varied Shifts, Parent Education, Morristown Medical Center, Healthcare , Morristown, New Jersey
