Lactation Consultant - Part Time

Parkland Health • Parkland, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Serves as a lactation consultant in the Women & Family Education department within the WISH and Parkland Education department, in order to ensure that patients and their families receive proper education and training related to breastfeeding.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Must have one (1) year of experience in maternal/infant health.
• Must have inpatient hospital experience.
• Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license.
• Must have current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network.
• Must have current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification on hire or placement in role.
• Must be able to demonstrate competency in the physiology and clinical management of breastfeeding.
• Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff.
• Must demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.
• Must be capable of handling complex or clinical specialty care.
• Must be able to initiate changes utilizing independent judgment with minimum supervision.
• Must maintain current continuing education in lactation.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer experience in lactation consulting/breastfeeding instruction.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates the initiation and continuation of breastfeeding through one-on-one breastfeeding evaluation and assistance to mother and baby.
• Provides education on breastfeeding, breast care and related topics to patients and their families.
• Assists with interventions for commonly occurring short-term breastfeeding problems.
• Assesses unusual breastfeeding situations or challenges and provides assistance or solutions for staff and patient.
• Teaches Breastfeeding, Childbirth Preparation and/or postpartum discharge classes to assist class participants in obtaining knowledge and skills related to pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and early parenting.
• Provides lactation discharge teaching instruction and refers patients for follow-up care as needed.
• Serves as a clinical resource to hospital staff on issues related to breastfeeding.
• Collaborate with unit staff on developing resolutions to patients' breastfeeding problems.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using breastfeeding management equipment and devices to assist patients with breastfeeding.
• Assists with the development, implementation and evaluation of patient and family education materials and/or programs.
• Completes appropriate documentation.
• Maintains accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents.
• Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in Lactation Consulting by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals and actively participating in professional organizations.
• Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.
• Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact or govern assigned department.
• Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans.
• Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.
• Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and customer satisfaction.
• Makes recommendations to supervisor and implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals and mission of the assigned area and Parkland.
• Serves on various interdisciplinary committees as assigned.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Any duties deemed competent

Benefits

• Parkland Health, one of the nation’s largest public hospital systems, is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to the Dallas community. A career at Parkland means joining a collaborative, engaged team focused on excellence, innovation, and patient-centered service. Our employees are supported with resources to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact every day.

What This Job Offers

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