Lactation Consultant RN

Baylor Scott & White Health • Grapevine, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Lactation Consultant RN, you'll create a breastfeeding plan. Educate parents and staff, update protocols, and provide consultation. Ensure infants and parents are well by guiding them in breastfeeding. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Requirements

• Associate degree, prefer BSN
• BLS Certification.
• Registered Nurse.
• Certified Lactation Consultant or International Lactation Certification. CLC: Certified Lactation Consultant OR IBCLC: International Lactation Certification.
• You must give good care to moms and babies.
• Show respect for diversity.
• Modify patient care plans as needed.
• You must work autonomously without supervision.
• Good written and oral communication skills are essential for this job.
• Interacting positively with diverse people is crucial.
• Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills are necessary.
• You need basic computer skills. Use software, enter data, keep records secure, and scan with a handheld device.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of recent Lactation Consultant RN experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Encourage breastfeeding for infant health. Offer consultations, materials, and classes to help parents and the medical team.
• Evaluate parent and baby interest in breastfeeding.
• Provide specialized help for mothers. Offer bedside consultations and follow-up visits in the hospital.
• Keep the medical staff updated, providing education about breastfeeding protocols, care plans, and recent information.
• Document all the teachings and responses, and communicate these findings to the relevant staff members.
• Regularly assess the efficiency of the breastfeeding program and make necessary changes if required.
• Participate in collecting data and reporting on neonatal outcomes, specifically those related to breastfeeding.
• Provide parents with information and demonstrations about breast pump rentals or purchases, if required.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree