What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse-Lactation Consultant-Per Diem/Flex-Days position at BHST?
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Matched Retirement Plan
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Summary/Objective
The Lactation Consultant provides support and instruction to mother-infant pairs with breastfeeding needs/lactation problems in a manner developmentally appropriate for adolescents and adults as necessary. The lactation consultant is specially trained to prevent, recognize and solve breastfeeding difficulties.
Essential Job Duties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Assesses the knowledge level and personal goals of the mother to identify educational opportunities related to breastfeeding.
- Actively promotes breastfeeding and instructs mothers on all tasks necessary to reach their own goals for breastfeeding.
- Will evaluate breastfeeding oral motor mechanics of infants and milk transfer and will make appropriate recommendations and management strategies based on these findings.
- Plans and coordinates staff breastfeeding education activities in collaboration with the department leadership.
- Will serve as an expert resource to departments and staff through the facility to ensure knowledge of, and adherence to, hospital policies and procedures related to human milk collection, storage, transport and feedings.
- Works with staff that provide breastfeeding support to antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum patients who require breastfeeding support throughout the facility.
Required Education and Experience
Graduate of a nursing program
Required License/Certifications
Current licensure in Texas as a Registered Nurse or a recognized compact state license.
Current Certification as a IBCLC (international board certified lactation consultant).
Proof of BLS certification within 30 days.
NRP within 6 months of hire