We are recruiting for a motivated Lactation Consultant (RN) - Mom and Baby - FT to join our team!

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DepartmentMom/Baby Unit

Mom & Baby is a 28-bed unit within Women and Children's Health, caring for post-partum patients after delivery, as well as their newborns. There are typically 300 deliveries per month. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:6 - 8, and a CNA in the nursery. Mom/baby nurses also act as "admit" RNs for all infants transferred to the Mom & Baby unit. Nurses take care of many babies whose status does not require NICU care, but who are not yet ready to go home. Mom/Baby nurses may periodically care for a number of GYN patients.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the professional nurse adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of professional nursing and performance, and the ANA Code of Ethics to provide care to all healthcare consumers. Applies critical thinking, evidence-based practices and competence to collaborate with the health care team to promote excellence in healthcare consumer safety and quality outcomes. Utilizes the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice.

Essential Functions:

Lactation consults for term and preterm newborns. (20%) This is a lactation position; this role will not be expected to perform bedside nursing care. (20%) Some weekend and Holiday coverage will be required. (20%) Understanding policy and procedure related to basic newborn care, donor milk, and feeding routines. (20%) Responsible for inpatient consultation, educational classes, educating antepartum, postpartum and high risk patient population about benefits of breastfeeding, follow up phone calls and occasional outpatient consults. (10%) Providing support to provider/RN peers. (10%) Education:

Associate's Degree Required Work Experience:

1-3 years bedside RN experience Required and 1-3 years CLC experience preferred (this can occur coupled with RN experience). Licenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required and RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required CLC-Certified Lactation Counselor - ALPP - Academy ofLactationPolicy and Practice Required IBCLC-International Board of Certified Lactation Consultants - IBCLE - International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Refer to ANA Scope and Standards of Practice. Effective communication with peers and families is essential, as is the ability to function well in a teamwork environment.

ShiftVaries (United States of America)

Work TypeRegular

Salary$34.00 - $55.53 / hr

Benefits

Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

Tuition reimbursement & assistance

Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+... For full info follow application link.

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