Lactation Consultant RN

Overview Job Description At TriHealth, Lactation Consultants make a meaningful impact every day. We’re committed to creating an exceptional place to work and receive care—one built on strong values, teamwork, and respect. Here, you’ll be supported by a compassionate community, grow your clinical skills, and contribute to high-quality patient care in a trusted health system. Join us and be part of a team that leads with purpose, supports your development, and stays true to the values that define who we are at our core. Location and Schedule Location: Bethesda North Schedule: Part Time, Rotates Weekends & Holidays Incentives & Benefits We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement. PRN positions not eligible for TriHealth benefits Job Overview Provides lactation consultation and educational services to breastfeeding families, nursing staff, midwives and physicians. Job Requirements Associate\'s Degree or Diploma in Nursing New hires required to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) Must successfully pass international Board Certified Lactation Consultant exam within 30 months of hire Registered Nurse Experience in Maternity 2-3 years experience Clinical Job Responsibilities Voices concerns to pediatrician if breastfeeding is not going well prior to time of discharge. Provides breastfeeding education to patients who are having difficulty breastfeeding and acts as a support service to staff. Plans teaching in areas including, but not limited to: anatomy and physiology of breast, physiology of milk transfer, effects of toxins and medications on human milk composition, normal course of lactation, infant growth and development, breastfeeding evaluation, and signs and symptoms of dehydration. Assesses patients pumping needs and addresses the availability of a breast pump based on patients\' insurance and/or where to obtain one if no insurance is available. Provides resource list as needed. Demonstrates utilization of evidence-based practices in breastfeeding and professional practice. Works as a team and develops education materials for patients, nursing, and other medical professionals. Resolves issues in a professional manner. Completes patient assessment and incorporates breastfeeding skills and interprets pertinent patient data as part of the assessment. Documents plan of care so that peers and nursing can follow the plan of care. Other Job-Related Information Working Conditions: Climbing - Rarely Concentrating - Consistently Continuous Learning - Consistently Hearing: Conversation - Consistently Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently Interpersonal Communication - Consistently Kneeling - Rarely Lifting 10 Lbs or less - Consistently Lifting 50+ Lbs - Rarely Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Occasionally Pulling - Occasionally Pushing - Occasionally Reaching - Occasionally Reading - Consistently Sitting - Occasionally Standing - Consistently Stooping - Occasionally Talking - Consistently Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently Use of Hands - Consistently Color Vision - Frequently Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently Walking - Frequently TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to serve our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. All TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following: Serve, Excel, Respect, Value, Engage. Serve: ALWAYS – Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying hello; acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist; refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas. Excel: ALWAYS – Recognize and take responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns; offer patients and guests priority when waiting; work on improving quality, safety, and service. Respect: ALWAYS – Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences; respect everyone\'s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role; speak positively about team members and other departments in front of patients and guests. Value: ALWAYS – Value the time of others, be on time and prepared; keep the environment clean and safe; use resources efficiently and avoid waste. Engage: ALWAYS – Acknowledge wins and thank team members for contributions; show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members, and the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr