LACTATION CONSULTANT/RN, Per Diem
About The Position
Sierra Medical Center is part of Northern Nevada Health System, a regional multi-facility system that has excelled at offering quality care to residents of the greater Truckee Meadows. Sierra Medical Center is a 170-bed acute care hospital offering services including 24/7 ER care, cardiology, oncology, labor and delivery, level II NICU, surgical and orthopedic services, and much more. The position provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. It provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team, with the concepts of Patient Centered Care providing the foundation for all nursing care.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
- Current Nevada nursing license.
- Current BLS certificate.
- Two years experience required.
- Current IBCLC certification required
- Must successfully pass any pre-employment assessment(s) required by the facility.
Responsibilities
- Involves the patient and family psychosocial, spiritual, emotional, population specific, and diversity needs in care assessment.
- Constructs and implements the plan of care using nursing knowledge and skill.
- Integrates direct and indirect patient care activities related to the diagnosis and co-morbidities.
- Coordinates the implementation and evaluation to assist the breastfeeding mother to attain her individual goals.
- Shows sensitivity to the specific issues their clients are experiencing.
- Educates clients on the information essential for their success in breastfeeding.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Tuition Reimbursement/Repayment Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
