Lactation Consultant (RN) (PT)

BJC HealthCare • Des Peres, MO

11h

About The Position

The Lactation Consultant coordinates care for breastfeeding mothers and provides breastfeeding support and education. The role serves as a resource to staff RNs, helps educate new staff on breastfeeding instruction, and cares for patients experiencing breastfeeding-related complications. The position is part time at Missouri Baptist Medical Center’s Childbirth Center.

Requirements

• Nursing diploma or associate degree.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Less than two years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients’ responses and modify the plan of care accordingly.
• Use the nursing process to plan, direct, and provide breastfeeding teaching and support.
• Serve as a departmental resource for lactation education and information.
• Identify patient and family education needs and coordinate appropriate educational resources.
• Provide accurate documentation as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available on the first day of the month after hire.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• Annual 4% BJC automatic retirement contribution.
• 401(k) plan with BJC match.
• Tuition assistance available on the first day.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree