RN Lactation Consultant

RN Lactation ConsultantJob DetailsJob Summary and ResponsibilitiesAs our RN Lactation Consultant, you will assess and manage breastfeeding mothers and babies, particularly those with problems or concerns, exercising independent judgment in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of nursing processes and procedures. Every day you will provide direct patient care, support training for new associates on breastfeeding techniques and standards of care, and serve as a subject matter expert to relevant units. You will also develop and present education for clients and hospital staff, demonstrating knowledge of lactation and adult learning principles within a complex healthcare environment. To be successful in this role, you will be a Registered Nurse with a BSN, strong clinical expertise in lactation (including neonates), excellent assessment and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. Your experience in adult learning principles, communication, and commitment to supporting mothers and infants are essential.Assesses the lactating patient's physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs through observation, interview, review of records, and clinical data, then evaluates the patient's response and intervenes in a timely manner to ensure optimal patient outcome.Manages lactation issues and utilizes appropriate resources to solve problems for inpatients (OB, NICU, and PEDS populations) and for outpatients as needed.Develops and updates policies, procedures, standards of care, and guidelines for supporting and implementing the art of breastfeeding.Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement holistic, individualized patient plans of care, observing outcomes in accordance with nursing standards and physician directions.Supports and educates colleagues so that the overall standard of breastfeeding care is improved.Responsible for documentation of assessments, outcomes, and plans of care.This is a PRN role and would be 12-24 hours/pay periodJob RequirementsRequiredAssociate's Degree in NursingThree (3) years nursing experienceRN License; Current state nursing licenses or valid RN license from a participating state in the National Licensure CompactInternational Board Certified Lactation Consultant or Certified Lactation CounselorPreferredBachelor's Degree in NursingPrior lactation training and/or certification