Lactation Consultant GCM

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Concord, NC

2d • $30 - $45

About The Position

Makes lactation rounds as needed to meet the clinical lactation needs of breastfeeding inpatients. Conducts independent assessments of the breastfeeding mother and baby (inpatient and/or outpatient setting). Designs, implements and evaluates individualized plans of care to meet patient needs. Coordinates lactation management with the staff. Provides outpatient clinical assistance for breastfeeding difficulties which includes an appropriate care plan and communication with referring physicians. Evaluates breastfeeding educational materials and products on an ongoing basis. Develops lactation curriculum and teaches breastfeeding classes for the patient education department. Consults with physicians or midwives to advise on special breastfeeding problems. Provides inservices for new and existing staff in the field of breastfeeding and human lactation. Appropriately documents interactions with patients (inpatients and/or outpatients). Assists in development of policies, procedures and standards consistent with current trends/literature. Keeps updated on current issues and best practice standards in breastfeeding and human lactation by attending workshops and reading pertinent periodicals, journals and books.

Requirements

• Certification or pending examination results by International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners required.
• Maintains re-certification and continuing education as required by IBLCE.
• At least 2 years experience in breastfeeding and human lactation preferred.
• BLS for pediatrics and adults required per policy guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• RN Licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Makes lactation rounds as needed to meet the clinical lactation needs of breastfeeding inpatients.
• Conducts independent assessments of the breastfeeding mother and baby (inpatient and/or outpatient setting).
• Designs, implements and evaluates individualized plans of care to meet patient needs.
• Coordinates lactation management with the staff.
• Provides outpatient clinical assistance for breastfeeding difficulties which includes an appropriate care plan and communication with referring physicians.
• Evaluates breastfeeding educational materials and products on an ongoing basis.
• Develops lactation curriculum and teaches breastfeeding classes for the patient education department.
• Consults with physicians or midwives to advise on special breastfeeding problems.
• Provides inservices for new and existing staff in the field of breastfeeding and human lactation.
• Appropriately documents interactions with patients (inpatients and/or outpatients).
• Assists in development of policies, procedures and standards consistent with current trends/literature.
• Keeps updated on current issues and best practice standards in breastfeeding and human lactation by attending workshops and reading pertinent periodicals, journals and books.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time