RN Lactation Consultant PRN, Mother Baby Obstetrics - VUH

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking an RN Lactation Consultant for Mother Baby Obstetrics. This role involves applying in-depth knowledge of maternal and neonatal conditions affecting breastfeeding, assessing and managing complex lactation problems, and assisting mothers in achieving their breastfeeding goals. The consultant will function as a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team, serving as a consultant, educator, and mentor to nurses, healthcare professionals, and patients. The position is PRN with variable shifts, scheduled as needed.

Requirements

International Board of Lactation Consultant - Certification
LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure
Relevant Work Experience
1 year experience
Bachelor's degree

Nice To Haves

Nursing Patient Education (Intermediate)
Lactation Knowledge (Intermediate)
Mentoring & Coaching (Intermediate)

Responsibilities

Provides direct care for inpatient mother-baby couplets, and neonates.
Develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and revises preparation for childbirth, newborn care, sibling preparation, postpartum, and breastfeeding classes for expectant and new parents.
Develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and revises preceptorships, in-service programs, workshops and continuing education classes on topics related to breastfeeding management for nursing staff, medical staff, and students of health care-related fields (RN, ARNP, CNM, MD, RD, etc.) as well as staff education materials.
Assists in the management of the breast pump rental station.
Manages work flow in the perinatal education department.