RN - Registered Nurse IBCLC - Lactation - Part Time
UAB St. Vincent's•Birmingham, AL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Registered Nurse IBCLC in Lactation provides lactation care and instruction to breastfeeding mothers and infants. The nurse serves as a lactation-related clinical resource, educator, and mentor. The position is part time and scheduled for two 12-hour shifts, including every fourth weekend, at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham.
Requirements
- Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
- Diploma from an accredited school or college of nursing and required professional licensure at the time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide lactation care and instruction to breastfeeding mothers and infants.
- Serve as a lactation-related clinical resource, educator, and mentor.
- Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patients' lactation goals and issues.
- Instruct and demonstrate proper techniques and promote the importance of breastfeeding.
- Identify the need for standard patient teaching plans and assist with their development.
- Act as a liaison to staff and physicians when addressing breastfeeding-related needs.
- Contribute to the development of data tools to monitor and improve outcomes.
Benefits
- Eligible positions may include generous paid time off, paid parental leave, an Associate Assistance Program, and a Tuition Reimbursement Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
