Certified Lactation Consultant - Mother and Baby Unit - St. Francis Eastside - PRN
About The Position
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Job Summary: The Lactation Consultant's primary focus is the provision of education, assistance, and support of breastfeeding for women and children. The Lactation Consultant functions as a member of the health care team to promote, support, and protect breastfeeding.
Requirements
- Associates or Bachelors in a healthcare related field (required)
- International Board of Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC) (required and must be maintained)
- EPIC Electronic Health Record training (required)
Nice To Haves
- Bachelors of Science, Nursing (preferred)
- One (1) year of RN experience in a hospital setting working with postpartum breastfeeding mothers (preferred, not required)
Responsibilities
- Collects, interprets, and applies data collected from breastfeeding patient to provide appropriate interventions to meet patient’s needs
- Identifies and intervenes to address patient and family need for lactation support and educational needs
- Acts as the leader and mentors other team members in lactation
- Works toward the improvement of lactation services through continuing education offers to the staff of Perinatal services
- Participates in the unit-based PI program and adheres to required patient care standards for the assigned area
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
