Lactation Consultant - Maternal and Infant Services - Bon Secours St. Francis Hospitals

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Lactation Consultation is responsible for the coordination and provision of clinical lactation therapy for patients. The Lactation Consultation serves as a clinical resource for physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers to promote optimal patient care; and assists with the marketing of Lactation Services to Professional and non-professional consumers. This includes planning, scheduling, allocation of resources, training, quality evaluation of programs, and communication with various members of the management team. The Lactation Consultant maintains clinical and professional competency; assists in maintaining a safe work environment. The Lactation Consultant performs all related job responsibilities in a safe and professional manner according to the mission statement, philosophy, purpose, policies and standards of the Roper St. Francis Healthcare system.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing. BSN or BS required.
• RN Licensure required.
• At least 2 years of work experience as a Registered Nurse required.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina or holds a current compact/multi-state license as a Registered Nurse in a recognized NCSBN Compact State and is not a permanent resident of SC.
• Requires current certification by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) at time of hire, or must be obtained within 12 months in position.
• Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
• Continuing education requirements maintained per IBCLE standards.
• Keeps current on issues and practice standards in breastfeeding and human lactation by attending workshops and reading pertinent periodicals, journals and books.
• Demonstrated knowledge of practice standards in breastfeeding and human lactation.
• Skill in identifying breastfeeding problems and recommending solutions to breastfeeding mothers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development and posses the ability to respond to specific breastfeeding issues and data reflective of the patient’s status.
• Knowledge of the professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care needs relating to breastfeeding issues.
• Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide on-going patient care.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining records and writing reports.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, hospital, medical staff and the public.
• Ability to analyze situations and apply critical thinking.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in breastfeeding and human lactation instruction preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees