Lactation Consultant

Description

Who we are:

Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. Peterson was recently named one of the Top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country and the only one in Texas by the National Rural Health Association.Being named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for six consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care.

Shift Information:

This position is Full-Time

What we offer:

Health Insurance

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement HPSA Designated

Employee Education Scholarships

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility

What you will do: The Registered Nurse functions under his or her own license and assumes accountability and responsibility for quality of care provided to patients and their families according to the Standards of Nursing Practice. The IBCLC will adhere to the IBLCE code of Professional conduct, and the IBLCE Scope of Practice. The RN, IBCLC is responsible for assessing the breastfeeding dyad, and creating a Lactation Plan of care, verbally and or written. Responsible for providing lactation management services both inpatient and outpatient to expectant and new parents, for facilitating prenatal breastfeeding education, and facilitating a breastfeeding support group for new parents.

Required Education:
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, current RN licensure in the state of Texas. Current certification as a Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

Required Technical Skills: Ability to successfully assist mothers with breastfeeding skills. Ability to work with patients in in-patient and out-patient settings.

Required Licensure/Certification:
Current and unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse Licensure, current certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and Basic Life Support.

Required Experience:
Possess the knowledge and skills to assess, plan, implement and evaluate Lactation Plan of Care

Preferred Experience: At least 2 years of experience as an RN, and in successfully assisting mothers with breastfeeding.