Lactation Consultant RN- Family Birth Center
About The Position
The International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is recognized as an expert in lactation knowledge and experience in breastfeeding situations. The Lactation Consultant is available and collaborates with nursing units to provide a comprehensive lactation program which includes lactation services, education services, and continued program assessment. Lactation Consultants proactively talk with families before or assist soon after delivery with any perceived concerns. The IBCLC actively participates in Discharge Rounds. This Lactation consultant position functions collaboratively covering for lactation team members as needed at both hospitals and within the OB Clinic setting. The lactation consultant is a clinical nurse expert working collaboratively to improve the quality of patient care and facilitate optimal outcomes in the establishment and maintenance of breastfeeding and lactation. As an expert the lactation consultant is an integral member of the healthcare team trained to counsel mothers and families on initiation, exclusivity, and duration of breastfeeding and to assist amidst any difficulties or high-risk situations. The lactation consultant focuses on health promotion and encourages self-care and parental decision-making prenatally and postnatally. The lactation consultant functions as a clinical nurse expert resource and educator, playing a vital role in educating patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members on evidenced based practices in breastfeeding and lactation to provide anticipatory guidance as well as to empower mothers and families to manage breastfeeding challenges as they arise. Facilitates breastfeeding mothers and families in reaching their breastfeeding and lactation goals to ultimately improving the care of mothers and infants. Adheres to the International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA) Standards of Practice, the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLC) Code of Professional Conduct, the IBLCE Scope of Practice and Clinical Competencies. This role is eligible for TN sponsorship.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
