registered nurse lactation consultant - Shawnee Mission, KS , USA, United States - Adventist Health System

Description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Received Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019
• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Debt-free Education (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger.

It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit.

AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.


Schedule:
Relief

Shift : 4 Hour Days, 3 Days Per Week, Flexable Hours, Some Weekends

Location: 7820 W, 165th Street, Overland Park, KS 66223

The community you'll be caring for:
When you need care, you don't want to have to travel far.

Our dedicated team at AdventHealth South Overland Park provides a full suite of medical and emergency services to communities in southern Johnson County.

Our team of experts offer 24/7 emergency room services, ICU care, labor and delivery, cardiology care, surgical services, physical, occupational and speech therapy, imaging and more.

The state-of-the-art hospital is connected to a medical office building with a full suite of medical services including internal medicine, cardiology, orthopedics, OB/GYN, endocrinology and more.

Join us and our commitment to helping patients feel whole for their whole life.


The role you'll contribute:
The Lactation Consultant coordinates the efforts of the multidisciplinary care team for the patients within his/her scope of responsibility.

Provides direct patient care, collaborates with patients, families, peers, physicians and other members of the health care team in the delivery of care to a specific patient population.

Utilizes the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) in order to maintain and improve patient outcomes.

The Lactation Consultant demonstrates leadership/management skills and a commitment to professional accountability and growth.

Strives to advance from novice to expert and become an evidence-based scholar in order to provide optimal patient care and advocate on behalf of his/her patients.

The Lactation Consultant serves as a role model for the mission, vision and values of Shawnee Mission Health.

S/he is accountable for working within the parameters of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act, all regulatory standards and established policies, protocols and procedures.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Demonstrate accurate assessment skills appropriate to my patient population and based on evidence, policy and practice standards when caring for all patients regardless of complexity or need.
• Place patient safety at the center of all care provided. I will always adhere to established policies and procedures, utilize patient safety resources such as mPPID, communicate to other members of the health care team and serve as a patient advocate when necessary.
• Implement a plan of care according to identified physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient needs and in conjunction with unit activities and resources available.

Qualifications


What You Will Need:

• Associates Degree in NursingBachelors Degree in Nursing or obtained within 4 years of employment
• Kansas Registered Nurse License
• BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association
• 1 Year of Position-Related Experience
• NRP upon hire or within 2 months of employment
• IBCLC Certification upon hire or within 2 years of employment

Job Summary:
The Lactation Consultant coordinates the efforts of the multidisciplinary care team for the patients within his/her scope of responsibility.

Provides direct patient care, collaborates with patients, families, peers, physicians and other members of the health care team in the delivery of care to a specific patient population.

Utilizes the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) in order to maintain and improve patient outcomes.

The Lactation Consultant demonstrates leadership/management skills and a commitment to professional accountability and growth.

Strives to advance from novice to expert and become an evidence-based scholar in order to provide optimal patient care and advocate on behalf of his/her patients.

The Lactation Consultant serves as a role model for the mission, vision and values of Shawnee Mission Health.

S/he is accountable for working within the parameters of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act, all regulatory standards and established policies, protocols and procedures.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.


Category:
Women's Health


Organization:
AdventHealth South Overland Park


Schedule:
Part-time

Shift: - Day


Req ID:

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.