RN Lactation Consultant - OB GYN

Peace Health•Bellingham, WA

59d•$47 - $71

About The Position

PeaceHealth is seeking a RN Lactation Consultant - OB GYN for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. This position is responsible for coordinating, evaluating and managing the lactation services program. Spotlight on Bellingham, WA: CultureHQ.com - A Better Workplace Community

Requirements

Accredited School of Nursing Required: Nursing
Minimum of 4 years Required: Clinical experience, with specific experience working in maternity services and/or lactation consulting
Registered Nurse in state of practice
Upon Hire Basic Life Support
within 1 Year International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs (Required)
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written (Required)
Effective teaching skills (Required)
Ability to work within a self-directed team setting (Required)
Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications (Required)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Experience as a community or patient educator, including curriculum development

Responsibilities

Develop, plan, coordinate and evaluate the lactation program.
Provide lactation assessment, education, support and counseling.
Utilize the principles of adult education to assess, plan, implement and evaluate lactation classes for patients. Available to provide appropriate education to staff and healthcare providers.
Manage resource materials for lactation program.
Coordinate community education and outreach activities for lactation.
May coordinate/supervise staff working in the lactation program as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned.