RN SPECIALIST LACTATION NE
3 weeks ago
* Models appropriate interventions for support of breastfeeding.
* Makes breastfeeding rounds to assess patient progress with breastfeeding throughout the medical center for both the term and preterm breastfeeding patient population.
* Provides direct patient interventions for support of breastfeeding couplets in complex situations.
* Consults with nursing staff and/or physicians in planning interventions that enhance the continuity of care and consistency of information for the breastfeeding patient.
* Educates patient/families about breastfeeding.
* Evaluates products and educates staff and patients on the various products used to assist with breastfeeding, (i.e., breast pumps, breast shells, etc.)
* Provides evidence based information on breastfeeding to both professionals and patients as needed.
* Acts as a clinical resource for breastfeeding related questions/concerns throughout the medical center.
* Collaborates with nursing staff, Director, Clinical Specialist and physicians to develop and/or revise breastfeeding policy and procedure.
* Acts as a clinical resource to families in the community for breastfeeding related concerns.
* Evaluates and communicates to staff relevant research findings on an ongoing basis.
* Investigates research opportunities. Attends meetings, workshops and seminars to facilitate professional self-growth.
* Maintains appropriate certification in Lactation.
* Collaborates with other community organizations in the goal of breastfeeding promotion and support.
* Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure.
* Other duties as assigned
Education:
* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
Certifications:
* Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
* Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider.
* International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification from the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE).
* Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within 6 months of hire.
* Will consider candidates with Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) certification or equivalent upon hire, with successful completion of IBCLC certification within 18 months of hire.
Complexity of Work:
* Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.
Work Experience:
* Two years experience in working with breastfeeding families.
Physical Requirements:
* Requires full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
* Requires corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
* May requires some exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.
Personal Protective Equipment:
* Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
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