Lactation Consultant RN

TriHealth • Cincinnati, OH

131d

About The Position

The position involves providing lactation consultation and educational services to breastfeeding families, nursing staff, midwives, and physicians. The role is crucial in supporting new mothers and ensuring they receive the necessary guidance and resources for successful breastfeeding.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing.
• New hires required to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS).
• Must successfully pass international Board Certified Lactation Consultant exam within 24 months of hire.
• Registered Nurse.
• Experience in Maternity.
• 2-3 years experience Clinical.

Responsibilities

• Voices concerns to pediatrician if breastfeeding is not going well prior to time of discharge.
• Provides breastfeeding education to patients who are having difficulty breastfeeding and acts as a support service to staff.
• Plans teaching as necessary in areas including anatomy and physiology of breast, physiology of milk transfer, effects of toxins and medications on human milk composition, normal course of lactation, infant growth and development, breastfeeding evaluation, and signs and symptoms of dehydration.
• Assesses patients' pumping needs and addresses the availability of a breast pump based on patients' insurance and/or where to obtain one if no insurance is available.
• Provides resource list as needed.
• Demonstrates utilization of evidence-based practices in breastfeeding and professional practice.
• Works as a team and develops education materials for patients, nursing, and other medical professionals.
• Resolves issues in a professional manner.
• Completes patient assessment and incorporates breastfeeding skills and interprets pertinent patient data as part of the assessment.
• Provides for patient/family participation in development of goals and plan of care based on the plan of care.
• Documents plan of care so that peers and nursing can follow the plan of care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees