Lactation Consultant - Neonatal ICU, Part Time Weekend Option

Additional Information About The Role 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. 12 Hour Shifts, Saturdays & Sundays Hours will be Day or Evening Hours Part time, Weekend Option Benefit Eligible Additional Preferred Requirements Experience with breastfeeding mothers & infants Breastfeeding education and/or certification Overview St. Louis Children’s Hospital is dedicated to improving the health and lives of children. As one of the top-ranked children’s hospitals in the country, St. Louis Children’s provides care in more than 50 specialty areas through a dedicated team of physicians, nurses, staff and volunteers. Along with inpatient and outpatient medical care, the hospital offers education, wellness and injury‑prevention programs to fulfill its mission to “do what’s right for kids.” Role Purpose The lactation consultant is responsible for coordinating the care of the breast feeding 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 Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications RN Preferred Requirements Licenses & Certifications 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 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