Overview

Are you looking to make an impact on the physical, emotional and cultural needs of patients and their families? Join our team as a Lactation Consultant RN at Fairview Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury, MN!

This position is 48 hours per two weeks on the Day shift, for 8 hour shifts, every third weekend and three holidays per year. We offer a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, vacation/sick time, pension, 403(b) plan, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment program and more! Check out more of our benefits information here: www.fairview.org/noncontractRN

The Lactation Consultant assesses and meets specific needs of inpatient breastfeeding women, and works with the maternity care team and clinical staff as a resource. This is a RN position that is scheduled for both lactation consultant shifts and post-partum bedside care shifts. This position supports our lactation program for patients in the birthplace. Weekend rotation is currently every other weekend; however the position will be transitioning to a every 3rd weekend position.

Responsibilities Job Description

This position also:

• Maintains knowledge of all relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards.

• Actively participates in creating and implementing improvements.

• Provides one on one consultation, develops and implements education for families in the hospital

• Provides follow up for patients who have discussed lactation concerns with staff nurses and need additional consultation with a lactation consultant.

• Acts as a visible lactation resource to promote lactation services and breastfeeding education

Qualifications

Required:

• 2 to 3 years experience working with breastfeeding mothers

• IBCLC Certification

• AD

• RN License

• BLS

• NRP certification after hire

Preferred:

• BSN

• 2 to 3 years knowledge of planning and implement of breastfeeding education for patients and staff

EEO Statement

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status