Part-Time Lactation Counselor, Day/Evening
About The Position
Under general supervision, assumes responsibility for the nursing management and evaluation of care provided to patients who participate in the practice of breastfeeding. Functions as a primary care provider in collaboration with physicians and other health team members. Plans, implements and evaluates educational programs related to breast feeding. Under general supervision, assumes responsibility for the nursing management and evaluation of care provided to patients who participate in the practice of breastfeeding. Functions as a primary care provider in collaboration with physicians and other health team members. Plans, implements and evaluates educational programs related to breast feeding.
Requirements
- Associate Degree from an accredited School of Nursing required
- 2 years full-time (or equivalent) directly related clinical experience
- Knowledge of techniques and the application of lactation theory.
- Skill in written and oral communication
- Skill in using computers and personal productivity applications
- Ability to instruct and support patients
- Ability to assess patients, plan effective interventions and evaluate outcomes from those interventions.
- Current registration with the Maryland Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Registered Nurse.
- IBCLC certification required
- Healthcare Provider CPR biennial
- Additional certifications (i.e. ACLS, PALS, NRP) for specialty care areas are required upon hire.
- Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 80% of work time
- Visual acuity, manual dexterity and physical mobility; hear and communicate orally.
- Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, walking and lifting (Up to 20 lbs).
Responsibilities
- nursing management and evaluation of care provided to patients who participate in the practice of breastfeeding
- Functions as a primary care provider in collaboration with physicians and other health team members
- Plans, implements and evaluates educational programs related to breast feeding
Benefits
- Competitive salary and generous paid time off
- Free parking
- Monthly MTA bus pass subsidy-85% paid by GBMC "if applicable"
- Company subsidized onsite fitness and wellness center "if applicable"
- Pre-paid tuition to pursue professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401 (a) and 403 (b) retirement savings plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
