Lactation Consultant - PRN - As Needed

Responsibilities

• Actively demonstrates the organization’s mission and core values
• Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety and medical information
• Provides direct breastfeeding support to all lactating women post-delivery including verbal and written instructions on the initiation and continuation of breastfeeding
• Observes and assists mom and baby during breastfeeding process, communicating progress to the responsible RN and /or physician and completes required documentation
• Collaborates with RN and physician on plan of care, discharge instructions and referrals post-discharge
• Develops and implements standards of patient teaching for nursing staff with regards to the initiation, maintenance and discharge of the breastfeeding mom and baby
• Responsible for organized outpatient classes, breastfeeding support group and outpatient referrals as assigned
• Responsible for counseling and supporting of breastfeeding moms and babies in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit in collaboration with the NICU staff and physicians
• Serves as a resource to patients, staff and physicians
• Networks with community agencies/resources
• Maintains patient confidentiality and contributes to the provision of a safe, clean, quiet environment
• Responsible for rental of breast pumps and sale of supplies, including appropriate documentation and record keeping

Requirements

• Current IBCLC Certification or working toward certification
• One (1) year direct counseling experience with breastfeeding families preferred

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• College credits toward Associate Degree (in any field) or LPN preferred