Lactation Consultant PRN

Lactation Consultant / PRN The Certified Lactation Consultant is skilled in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to assist breastfeeding mothers to attain their individual goals. The Lactation Consultant functions as a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team as a consultant, educator, mentor to nurses, healthcare professionals, and patients. Works collaboratively with all members of the Women’s Center to develop feeding plans for the normal newborn, preterm infant, and complex feeding conditions, resulting in resolution of inpatient breastfeeding problems. Utilizes current lactation theories and research to develop evidence‑based feeding plans that address individual feeding issues/goals. Responsibilities include: Assisting with planning and development of ongoing staff education and orientation. Assisting with unit acquisition of equipment and supplies. Assisting with development and maintenance of breastfeeding rentals and product sales. Assisting with development, review, and revision of hospital policies, care plans, and patient literature related to breastfeeding. Developing and revising a charting system for documentation, teaching, and progress notes. Assisting with development of future lactation department services: telephone support, outpatient clinics, and employee lactation program. Maintaining statistics to assess the effectiveness of IBCLC services. Consistently demonstrating behaviors that model the hospital’s mission, vision, and facility goals. Required Skills International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or included in education plan. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Women’s Services. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Lactation Services. NRP. BLS. Effective interpersonal communication skills. Knowledgeable in Joint Commission rules, regulations and standards. Ability to make independent sound nursing decisions. Demonstrates competence in customer/patient focus and adaptability. #J-18808-Ljbffr