The RN Lactation Consultant is responsible for the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of an integrated lactation educational program. Coordinates and provides instruction for all medical and nursing staff. Works closely with team members such as, but not limited to, nurses, physicians, Social Services, feeding team, and other maternal infant clinicians to ensure patient educational needs are met.
This union role is per diem; scheduled as needed. Hours typically fall between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Weekend coverage is also available.
A minimum of 5 years RN work experience is required, plus the certifications listed below.
Certifications Required: Certified Breastfeeding Counselor / Certified Lactation Counselor or equivalent required; IBCLC International Board Certified Lactation Consultant preferred- must obtain within 2 years
Job Duties:
- Develops protocols and programs supporting breastfeeding for all lactating mothers.
- Delivers prenatal education regarding benefits of breast-feeding to all clinic patients.
- Teaches breastfeeding classes and provides private consultations as requested by mother, nurse or physician.
- Maintains and organizes loaner pump program and resource center.
- Maintains affiliation with local support groups.
- Provides follow-up for all first-time breast-feeding mothers and infants or any couple needing special care.
- Continues with outreach programs in community and surrounding hospitals.
- Facilitates and promotes the integration of lactation philosophy amongst the staff including general philosophy of breastfeeding of the premature infant.
- Provides ongoing staff development related to lactation services.
- Attends patient care rounds.
- Participates in Performance Improvement in relation to lactation.
- Participates in research projects involving lactation.
- Education of staff on supplemental nursing techniques.
- Educates attending physician staff.
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