Mother/Baby Lactation Counselor PRN Day/Evenings

GBMC HealthCare • Towson, MD

6d • $32 - $49 • Onsite

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for the nursing management and evaluation of care provided to patients who participate in the practice of breastfeeding.
• Function as a primary care provider in collaboration with physicians and other health team members.
• Plan, implement and evaluate educational programs related to breast feeding.

What This Job Offers

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