Casual Lactation Consultant

HealthPartners • Saint Paul, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Regions Hospital is seeking a Casual Lactation Consultant. Under the general direction of the Nurse Manager, the Lactation Consultant counsels patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. 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 makes appropriate referrals to members of the interdisciplinary team and helps develop and teach lactation education to nursing and medical staff. Related duties may be assigned.

The Birth Center at Regions Hospital has approximately 2,800 births annually, with 15–20% of babies requiring some level of NICU care. It has 13 labor and delivery rooms, two operating rooms, 24 postpartum rooms, and seven NICU rooms. The hospital uses an Enhanced Couplet Care model, with five postpartum rooms equipped with NICU headwalls so some NICU babies can remain with their families. The care team works with physicians, midwives, residents, and students. Regions Hospital describes its patient population as 60% people of color, with 25% requiring interpreters for their care.

Requirements

• Completion of a healthcare-related program, such as physician, physician assistant, registered nurse, or respiratory therapy; two years of experience in the same or a similar role may be accepted instead.
• Currently certified as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), or 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 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.

Benefits

• On-site employee fitness center.
• On-site employee clinic.
• Center for Employee Resilience offering support and evidence-based practices to provide relief and build resilience.
• Qualified nonprofit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed