Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital - Lactation Consultant

Job Description Summary

Qualified candidates are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year agreement to the unit.

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred:

A minimum of three years of registered nursing experience required for RN candidates. At least one year of experience practicing as an IBCLC in a high-volume, Baby-Friendly designated hospital is preferred. International Board Certified Lactation Consultant certification required within one year of hire and must be maintained. Current South Carolina or compact-state RN license required for RN candidates. Current American Heart Association BLS or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required

Registered Dietitians, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Physical Therapists will also be considered

RN candidates hired with an associate or diploma degree in nursing must enroll in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully earn their BSN within four years of their hire or reclassification date, in accordance with Policy A141.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type?

Regular

Cost Center

CC000498 CHS - Lacatation Center (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Qualified candidates are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year agreement to the unit.

Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing or Associate/Diploma degree in nursing; if Associate/Diploma degree, must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years in position and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years in position; or graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Language Pathology program; or a bachelor's degree in dietetics or related field of study from an American Dietetic Association approved program. Experience: At least 1 year of work experience in area of licensure is required. Experience practicing as an IBCLC in a high-volume Baby Friendly designated hospital is preferred. Licensure/Certification: RN - Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state required. PT, OT, SLP - Licensure as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Language Pathologist by the South Carolina Board of Examiners. NBCOT certification required for Occupational Therapist. Registered Dietitian - Must hold the national RD (Registered Dietitian) or RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) credential and hold an active state Licensed Dietitian (LD) credential issued by the SC Department of LLR. International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) certification is preferred, however if not certified IBCLC must be obtained within one year of hire and must be maintained. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Additional Job Description

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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