Volunteer Doula at Sutter Roseville Medical Center

Doulas at Sutter Roseville Medical Center are trained in the physiological and emotional aspects of childbirth. They’re also educated in the stages of labor and delivery. Our doulas nurture laboring patients through one of life's most precious events.

Doulas also facilitate communication between the patient, their partner and their healthcare providers. The doula acts as a guide through the labor process, making suggestions to help the patient cope with the intensity of contractions. As a labor partner, they’re educated on tools that can help patients feel more comfortable during labor and birth, including hydrotherapy, birthing stools, therapeutic touch and massage.

The volunteer doula program is administered by registered nurses in the birthing center who have many years of experience in labor and delivery. We appreciate the care and commitment of prospective volunteer doulas who wish to join our labor support team. Our staff provides full orientation and training. Acceptance to the program is based on an application and interview process.

Our doula program is a highly sought-after opportunity with rigorous requirements. Those who apply and are accepted to the program agree to a minimum two-year commitment and will be expected to fulfill 6, 8 or 12 hour shifts to total 24 hours per month. Volunteer doulas must also attend periodic meetings for ongoing education and the hospital’s volunteer program.

The Sutter Roseville Volunteer Doula program trains and onboards a new Doula Cohort once every year. Our team evaluates all submitted applications in the fall season. If selected, we will reach out to you to schedule an interview. Those accepted into our new Doula Cohort will receive their 2-day training in early January of each year.

• Background check Medical Clearance including up-to-date immunizations.
• Be comfortable in close contact with patients.
• Physically able to sit, stand, and move to accommodate the patient's needs.
• Ability to follow all safety and infection control protocols including not wearing artificial nails and gel polish.
• Compliance with HIPAA, Joint Commission, and Sutter Requirements.
• Collaboration with team including nurses and physicians.

6, 8 or 12 hour shifts to total 24 hours per month.