Lactation Consultant - RIVERSIDE METHODIST HOSPITAL

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Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary:

The RN Lactation Consultant is an expert in the management of the breastfeeding mother. This position: participates in the development and implementation of lactation services including: clinical, educational, rental and retail; provides care through individual consultation, group teaching sessions, telephone help line education, and rental/retail services; participates in research, process changes, and development of procedures, policies and education materials; is an interdisciplinary team member, mentor and resource; and may be required to perform the duties of a unit level registered nurse (limited to Ohio licensed registered nurses).

Responsibilities And Duties:

80%
Provides education, demonstration and assistance with the correction of breastfeeding problems for mothers and infants, beyond the scope of normal nursing care, during individualized sessions before, during or after the hospital stay.  May be asked to perform staff registered nurse duties.

8%
Maintains equipment, supplies and educational material needed for patient care. Coordinates breast pumps and retail accessories - rental and sales.

5%
May provides prenatal and post discharge classes and support for breastfeeding mothers.  Participates in education and training of other Lactation Nurse

2%
Collaborates in writing policies, procedures, standards and educational materials for Lactation Program and is responsible for maintaining the continuum of care with Lactation Consultant

3%
Engages in continuing education for self-development and growth.  Remains current on all necessary information.  Attends workshops, educational meetings and conferences.  Reads current related obstetric, pediatric and lactation literature.

2%
May participates in research, planning and application for CEU's and implements in-services for staff for breastfeeding information.

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.  

The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's Degree (Required)RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing

Additional Job Description:

Highly developed interpersonal relationship skills. Advanced leadership, communication and clinical skills. Thorough understanding of the principles of adult education. Strong knowledge base in physiology and pathophysiology related to breastfeeding patient. Clinical experience in perinatal areas with focus on post-partum care.

Work Shift:

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

24

Department

Womens Center

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... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

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