Lactation Consultant

Amery Hospital & Clinic•Saint Paul, MN

5d•$37 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Regions Hospital is seeking a part-time Lactation Consultant to counsel patients in inpatient and outpatient settings under the general direction of the Nurse Manager. The consultant assesses patients in person or by phone and provides guidance on breastfeeding concerns, including difficult latch, low milk supply, insufficient weight gain, and prematurity. The role includes making appropriate referrals to members of the interdisciplinary team, assisting with development and delivery of lactation education for nursing and medical staff, and performing related duties as assigned. The Lactation Consultant works with an interdisciplinary team of physicians, midwives, residents, and students. Regions Hospital’s Birth Center includes labor and delivery, postpartum, operating room, and NICU facilities, and uses an Enhanced Couplet Care model that allows some NICU babies to remain with their families in postpartum rooms. The Birth Center has approximately 2,800 births annually, and 15–20% of babies require some NICU-level care. The patient population is diverse, with approximately 60% people of color and 25% requiring interpreters. The schedule is 0.50 FTE days, including every fourth Saturday/Sunday and additional Fridays.

Requirements

Completion of a healthcare-related program, such as physician, physician assistant, registered nurse, or respiratory therapy; alternatively, two years of experience in the same or a similar role may substitute for completion of a healthcare-related program.
Currently certified as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), or able to obtain certification within six months.
Demonstrate competency in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) at employment and every two years thereafter.
Knowledge of lactation physiology, breastfeeding techniques, and basic and complicated lactation problem-solving techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively with mothers of all ages and their companions.
Knowledge of teaching and learning principles.

Nice To Haves

Six months (1,040 hours) of clinical experience in maternal/child care.
Six months (1,040 hours) of experience as a Lactation Consultant.

Responsibilities

Assess patients in person or by phone regarding breastfeeding and lactation concerns.
Provide guidance on breastfeeding issues, including difficult latch, low milk supply, insufficient weight gain, and prematurity.
Make appropriate referrals to members of the interdisciplinary team.
Assist in developing and teaching lactation education to nursing and medical staff.
Perform related duties as assigned.