Registered Nurse (RN)- Lactation Consultant Program Coordinator (Days), Pittsfield, MA

Mobile Health Team Inc•Pittsfield, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mobile Health Team Inc. is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN)- Lactation Consultant Program Coordinator for a 13-week travel assignment in Pittsfield, MA. This position is responsible for providing expert assessment, treatment, consultation, planning and leadership oversight for optimal lactation management in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. For patients with advanced lactation support needs, will formulate an interdisciplinary plan of care and communicate with the care team related to these goals and plans.

Requirements

Must have 1+ years experience as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (BCLC) - Equivalent Certs NOT accepted
A MINIMUM of 2500 hours as a breast-feeding consultant is required
Experience with inpatient lactation programs is required
Outpatient prenatal and postpartum lactation education, consultations and/or teaching experience is required
Meditech Expanse experience is strongly preferred
Perm address must be included with profile
Traveler must have their own vehicle for this assignment
Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
Willingness to participate in continuing education and training programs
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
Strong communication, professionalism, and reliability
Drug screen and background check (facility required)
Additional facility onboarding forms as assigned
ALL MUST BE MA LICENSED
CERTS MUST BE IN HAND AND INCLUDED IN PROFILE UPLOAD.

Nice To Haves

Meditech Expanse experience is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Assess breastfeeding sessions including the newborn’s latch, milk transfer, and position.
Assess newborn for adequate milk intake, appropriate weight gain, and jaundice.
Educate the patient about breastfeeding techniques, breast pumping methods, and breast milk storage.
Educate patient about baby feeding cues, normal stools, and feeding concerns.
Assist with troubleshooting for painful latch or nipples, poor milk transfer, or breast refusal.
Provide referrals for babies with poor weight gain, observed tongue and lip tie, and any medical newborn conditions.
Provide breastfeeding support, encouragement, and care for postpartum patients.
Educate mom how to record newborn feeding schedule and wet and dirty diapers.