Registered Nurse, RN - Lactation Nurse

Tufts Medicine

1d • $38 - $68

About The Position

The Registered Nurse, RN - Lactation Nurse serves as a Lactation Program Counselor, collaborating with healthcare team members to promote, protect, and support breastfeeding. The role includes inpatient and outpatient program development and patient consultation for both populations. In a complex care area, the RN independently provides direct nursing care to patients and families in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices. The role also encompasses professional nursing care and clinical support, including assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for an assigned group of patients, as directed and within the scope of practice. Hours are 32 per week and the posting identifies the role as full time. Placement in the Community RN Career Direct Care Pathway is based on RN experience, education, and qualifications: Level I is less than 12 months of RN experience; Level II is 12 months to less than 3 years; Level III is 3 years to less than 8 years; and Level IV is 8 years of RN experience.

Requirements

• Massachusetts RN licensure.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• At least 2 years of inpatient lactation consultation experience.
• Knowledge of clinical breastfeeding issues common to the early postpartum period.
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification.
• Experience appropriate to the assigned RN Career Direct Care Pathway level (I, II, III, or IV).
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and the healthcare team.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply the nursing process.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Department-specific certifications relevant to the department and type of patient care may be required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare team members to promote, protect, and support breastfeeding.
• Develop inpatient and outpatient lactation programs and provide consultation to patients in both settings.
• Participate in and maintain awareness of performance improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate and integrate evidence-based practice and research into clinical practice.
• Conduct and document accurate clinical assessments.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient plans of care, exercising nursing judgment based on assessed needs.
• Manage patient assignments and delegate effectively according to patient needs and team members’ skills.
• Develop and document comprehensive education plans for patients and families using appropriate resources.
• Support patient and family rights, informed decisions, and advance directives.
• Continually evaluate and revise care plans as patients’ health status changes.
• Develop comprehensive discharge plans using appropriate resources, referrals, and community resources.
• Support new staff and help facilitate their transition into the unit.
• Guide department staff’s professional growth through precepting.
• Identify learning needs and seek appropriate education for professional development.
• Participate in departmental committees as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Clinical mobility tracks
• Free parking
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package supporting health, financial security, and career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed