Lactation Consultant - LDRP - Part Time - Dayshift

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

38d

About The Position

Lactation Consultant - Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum Unit Part Time - 40 hrs. Biweekly - 8am -430pm The Lactation Consultant plays a vital role in enhancing the breastfeeding experience for expectant and new parents on the LDRP unit at Meritus Medical Center. This position provides education, support, counseling, and hands-on assistance to patients and families while collaborating closely with medical and nursing staff to assess, manage, and resolve breastfeeding challenges. The Lactation Consultant also serves as a clinical resource for staff, promoting evidence-based lactation practices and optimal maternal-infant outcomes. Overview of Essential Duties & Responsibilities Provide individualized breastfeeding education, support, and counseling to expectant and postpartum parents. Deliver direct patient care, including assessment and management of breastfeeding and lactation concerns. Develop and implement plans of care in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members. Support and educate nursing and clinical staff on lactation best practices and current evidence-based guidelines. Identify, assess, and manage common and complex breastfeeding issues. Promote a supportive, family-centered approach to breastfeeding within the LDRP unit. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. Serve as a leader and resource for lactation-related initiatives and quality improvement efforts. Provide individualized breastfeeding education, support, and counseling to expectant and postpartum parents. Deliver direct patient care, including assessment and management of breastfeeding and lactation concerns. Develop and implement plans of care in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members. Support and educate nursing and clinical staff on lactation best practices and current evidence-based guidelines. Identify, assess, and manage common and complex breastfeeding issues. Promote a supportive, family-centered approach to breastfeeding within the LDRP unit. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. Serve as a leader and resource for lactation-related initiatives and quality improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred), OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a major in a health-related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Women's Health , including patient education.
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership or advanced practice role.
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and maintain strong organizational skills.
• Attains and maintains certification in lactation specialty.
• Current BLS in compliance with policy required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an LDRP or Mother-Baby unit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized breastfeeding education, support, and counseling to expectant and postpartum parents.
• Deliver direct patient care, including assessment and management of breastfeeding and lactation concerns.
• Develop and implement plans of care in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Support and educate nursing and clinical staff on lactation best practices and current evidence-based guidelines.
• Identify, assess, and manage common and complex breastfeeding issues.
• Promote a supportive, family-centered approach to breastfeeding within the LDRP unit.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Serve as a leader and resource for lactation-related initiatives and quality improvement efforts.
• Provide individualized breastfeeding education, support, and counseling to expectant and postpartum parents.
• Deliver direct patient care, including assessment and management of breastfeeding and lactation concerns.
• Develop and implement plans of care in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Support and educate nursing and clinical staff on lactation best practices and current evidence-based guidelines.
• Identify, assess, and manage common and complex breastfeeding issues.
• Promote a supportive, family-centered approach to breastfeeding within the LDRP unit.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Serve as a leader and resource for lactation-related initiatives and quality improvement efforts.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• an education assistance program
• an employee assistance program
• employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees