Certified Lactation Consultant (RN), Per Diem DH

Danbury Hospital • Danbury, CT

61d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides professional care through direct lactation assessment, intervention, evaluation, education and follow-up of breastfeeding women affiliated with Danbury Hospital and in the community. The nursing process is utilized in collaboration with the Health care team to implement a plan of care specific to the needs of each breastfeeding family.

Requirements

• State of CT RN License.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience required.
• International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant required.
• NRP, BLS required.

Nice To Haves

• Master's in nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessment of breastfeeding dyad in an ongoing & systematic manner, attentive to the physiologic, psychologic, & cognitive status of the patient. 15%
• Incorporates the nursing process to develop a plan of care that educates & directs the nursing staff & patient in appropriate management to achieve breastfeeding success. 25%
• Collaborates with the health care team to implement the knowledgeable, skillful, consistent & continuous delivery of a plan of care specific to the breastfeeding patients needs. 15%
• Prioritizes consultation/intervention/education based on maternal/infant status, learning needs, length of stay, & available resources. 15%
• Utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to evaluate the effectiveness of LC interventions, plan of care, & patient progression towards expected outcomes. 15%
• Provides breastfeeding support & education to staff & patients within the Danbury Hospital & in the community. 15%
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level