Lactation Consultant - Neonatal ICU, Part Time Weekend Option

Additional Information About the Role Part time, Weekend Option 12 Hour Shifts, Saturdays & Sundays Hours will be Day or Evening Hours Benefit Eligible Preferred Qualifications Experience with breastfeeding mothers & infants Breastfeeding education and/or certification Overview St. Louis Children’s Hospital is nationally renowned for its exceptional newborn care, combining leading medical practices with a commitment to caring for the whole family. Role Purpose The lactation consultant is responsible for coordinating the care of the breastfeeding mother. Serves as a resource to the staff RNs, assisting them in giving breastfeeding support and information to nursing mothers, as well as educating new staff in how to teach breastfeeding. Provides care to patients with complications related to breastfeeding. Responsibilities Monitors patients response and modifies plan of care accordingly. Utilizes nursing process to plan, direct, and provide breastfeeding teaching and support. Serves as a resource for the department regarding lactation education and information. Identifies patient and family education needs and coordinates appropriate educational resources. Provides accurate documentation as required. Minimum Requirements Education: Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Experience: Supervisor Experience: No Experience Licenses & Certifications: RN Preferred: IBCLC Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well‑being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance Benefits Summary. *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr