Lactation Consultant RN, Part Time, Evenings

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley • Pleasanton, CA

39d • $59 - $79 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Lactation Center Coordinator, performs activities of the Lactation Center, including daily patient rounds. Acts as a clinical liaison between the Lactation Center and Maternal Child staff and Physicians. Engages in staff teaching and development and patient teaching regarding breast-feeding and bottle-feeding. Uses flexible approaches to teaching based on assessment of learner’s needs and the principles of adult learning. Assists other staff in initiating a plan to meet identified learning needs. Acts as a subject matter expert and resource to other staff members in problem identification and resolution. Utilizes opportunities for incidental teaching with staff members (i.e. during report, at the bedside, during discussions). Assists with the development of unit educational programs and learning aids. Participates in hospital work teams and special projects as assigned. Assists in orientation of new staff by acting as co-care giver or consultant. Participates in presenting information at staff meetings. Practices cost effective use of staff and supplies and suggests alternate approaches for increasing cost-effectiveness. Works with Lactation Center coordinator to set goals for self and department in relation to performance management. Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford Health Care – Tri-Valley patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• BSN preferred
• Completion of Certified Lactation Consultant/Educator training required
• Five plus years clinical experience, including newborns and breastfeeding mother’s care
• Current CA R.N. License
• BLS – Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• IBCLC preferred
• NRP preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs in the activities of the Lactation Center, including daily patient rounds.
• Acts as a clinical liaison between the Lactation Center and Maternal Child staff and Physicians.
• Engages in staff teaching and development and patient teaching regarding breast-feeding and bottle-feeding.
• Assists other staff in initiating a plan to meet identified learning needs.
• Acts as a subject matter expert and resource to other staff members in problem identification and resolution.
• Utilizes opportunities for incidental teaching with staff members.
• Assists with the development of unit educational programs and learning aids.
• Participates in hospital work teams and special projects as assigned.
• Assists in orientation of new staff by acting as co-care giver or consultant.
• Participates in presenting information at staff meetings.
• Practices cost effective use of staff and supplies and suggests alternate approaches for increasing cost-effectiveness.
• Works with Lactation Center coordinator to set goals for self and department in relation to performance management.

Benefits

• Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley is seeking outstanding allied health, business, and nursing professionals to join our world-class team. Supported by a devoted staff and a progressive culture, we offer the freedom, opportunity, and respect your talent deserves.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level