Lactation Educator RN Part Time - Mother Baby - Providence Anchorage

Providence • Anchorage, AK

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Accountable for the direct and indirect care for infants and women both in the inpatient or outpatient clinic setting. Develops feeding plans to address the nutritional needs of the infant that may include but is not limited to breastfeeding support, breast pumping support, and supplementation as appropriate. Provides lactation support and education to inpatients. Provides lactation support and education as directed by referral in the outpatient clinic setting after discharge. Performs all duties in a manner that supports team concept caring and respect reflecting the philosophy of the Department of nursing and the Sisters of Providence Mission. For In-patient nurse: working seamlessly in multiple inpatient departments. Recognizing and delivering appropriate evidence based care during the different phases of their hospital/clinic experience. Timely documentation/communication of patient encounters either inpatient or outpatient so that continuity of care can be achieved within time constraints. Maintaining the timely flow of inpatient consultations or outpatient appointments while providing excellent nursing care. Creating and maintaining effective relationships with other providence departments, community clinics and staff serving the same patient population in order to create consistency and best customer service. For Outpatient nurse: recognizing the challenges of providing care that the In-patient nurse experiences. For In-patient nurse: recognizing the challenges of providing care that the Outpatient nurse experiences. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. We are hiring for Lactation Educator RN position at Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, AK! Position is Part-time, 0.6 FTE, 12-hr Variable shifts, 24 hours per week. Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive an invite with additional screening questions from our HireVue system!

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of a nursing program and have a current Alaska license.
• Alaska Registered Nurse License upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
• International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) (Facility Managed) within 6 months (180 days) of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably, in Nursing.
• 2 years of NICU RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the direct and indirect care for infants and women both in the inpatient or outpatient clinic setting.
• Develops feeding plans to address the nutritional needs of the infant that may include but is not limited to breastfeeding support, breast pumping support, and supplementation as appropriate.
• Provides lactation support and education to inpatients.
• Provides lactation support and education as directed by referral in the outpatient clinic setting after discharge.
• Performs all duties in a manner that supports team concept caring and respect reflecting the philosophy of the Department of nursing and the Sisters of Providence Mission.
• Working seamlessly in multiple inpatient departments.
• Recognizing and delivering appropriate evidence based care during the different phases of their hospital/clinic experience.
• Timely documentation/communication of patient encounters either inpatient or outpatient so that continuity of care can be achieved within time constraints.
• Maintaining the timely flow of inpatient consultations or outpatient appointments while providing excellent nursing care.
• Creating and maintaining effective relationships with other providence departments, community clinics and staff serving the same patient population in order to create consistency and best customer service.
• Recognizing the challenges of providing care that the In-patient nurse experiences.
• Recognizing the challenges of providing care that the Outpatient nurse experiences.

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
• We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

What This Job Offers

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