LPN - Milk Lab

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The LPN works with the Manager to oversee daily operations of the Milk Lab by supervising Milk Lab Technicians and ensuring daily task assignments are completed. The LPN may perform Milk Lab Technician duties as needed and assists the Milk Lab Manager with maintaining par levels of donor breast milk and supplies.

The UAMS NICU uses its Milk Lab to prepare, label, and store fortified mothers’ own milk, fortified donor milk, and concentrated formulas for hospitalized infants. Additional nutrients may be added to human milk to boost calorie, protein, vitamin, and mineral content.

The position is regular clinical nursing staff. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Benefits are available for benefits-eligible positions and include medical, dental, and vision plans; holiday, vacation, and sick leave; education discounts for staff and dependents (undergraduate only); retirement contributions matched up to 10% by UAMS; basic life insurance up to $50,000; career training and educational opportunities; merchant discounts; and concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program.
• Current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Arkansas.
• At least one year of clinical nursing experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to accept and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate following Guest Care guidelines.
• CPR certification (BCLS) completed during the probationary period.

Nice To Haves

• Formula and Human Milk Handling Technician Certification.
• One to two years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee completion of daily milk preparation.
• Ensure the correct milk is thawed, recipes are accurately calculated according to physician orders, and feeds are prepared and distributed according to orders and policies.
• Ensure the Milk Lab is cleaned before and after feeding preparation according to policy.
• Ensure feedings are stored properly in the NICU according to established Milk Lab Guidelines.
• Perform Milk Lab Technician duties when needed.
• Ensure Milk Lab Technician daily task assignments are completed.
• Ensure records are maintained for milk usage, recipes, and temperature logs.
• Assist the Milk Lab Manager with scheduling and CQI as needed.
• Communicate with doctors, nurses, and dietitians to clarify orders as needed.
• Communicate with parents as needed regarding milk supply.
• Assist the Milk Lab Manager with maintaining par levels of donor breast milk and supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution matched by UAMS up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED