Lactation Consultant PD-OB Support MMC

Lactation Consultant PD-OB Support MMC

Req #: 0000242052

Category: Nurses

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: Monmouth Medical Center

Department: OB Support Center

Pay Range: $55.81 - $72.95 per hour

Location:
300 SECOND AVENUE, LONG BRANCH, NJ 07740

Job Title: Lactation Consultant PD

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name: OB Support Center

Req #: 0000242052

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $55.81 - $72.95 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a highly dedicated & experienced Lactation Consultant Per Diem for our Mother Baby Unit at Monmouth Medical Center.

Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jersey's largest community teaching hospitals, where physicians and employees work as a team dedicated to academic and clinical excellence and comprehensive, compassionate patient care. As part of RWJ Barnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in designing unparalleled new ways for delivering health care.

For over 130 years, Monmouth Medical Center has been the leader in central New Jersey in providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology to nearly 1 million residents that comprise its primary service area of Monmouth County, and portions of Ocean and Middlesex counties. Monmouth Medical Center is recognized as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged and underscores the highest commitment to patient safety and quality. MMC is the only hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties to receive an "A" Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, the nation's leading experts on patient safety, for six consecutive rating periods. We continue to lead the system in HCAHPS scores, and are looked to as a model for best practice in patient satisfaction.

Qualifications:

Required:

Current NJ RN License

AAS or BSN degree required

IBCLC lactation certification required

AHA BLS and AHA NRP required

2 years previous experience in maternal-child health or NICU nursing required

1 year of experience in-hospital lactation consulting preferred

Demonstrated ability to lead, organize, manage, and develop lactation programs and groups

Summary of Job Function: Responsible for providing lactation management services to expectant and new parents in an inpatient, outpatient and telehealth setting.

These functions are performed in accordance with the hospital's vision, mission, philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.

Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.

Ability to successfully assist mothers with breastfeeding skills

Ability to work with several different patient care units and levels of care providers

Ability to work independently in an outpatient care area

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

* Medical/Dental/Vision plans

* 401 (k)

* Vacation/Personal/Holiday/Sick Time Off

* Short & Long Term Disability

* Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer