Lactation Consultant Registered Nurse (RN), OB Support Center (Per Diem)

Job Summary

The Lactation Consultant Registered Nurse provides breastfeeding education and support to parents of infants. Acts as a consultant to parents on postpartum. Conducts follow up with parents as needed. Participates in the education of nursing staff as it relates to breastfeeding. Develops policies and standards of care based upon evidenced-based practice and current research. Reviews and maintains all educational materials distributed to parents regarding breastfeeding. Participates in consortium and community related breastfeeding activities. Maintains regulatory compliance as appropriate. Maintains logs and prepares monthly reports as requested.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• At least 2 years experience in Lactation Consulting
• Successful completion of all Orientation programs required by Cooperman Barnabas Medical
• RN experience in mother/baby, postpartum care, women's health care
• Certifications And Licenses Required: Current New Jersey RN Licensure, Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association, Current IBCLC certification

Preferred

Preferred RN experience in mother/baby, postpartum care, women's health care

Scheduling Requirements

Part-Time
Days
15 hours weekly

Essential Functions

• Actively participates in patient satisfaction initiatives related to breastfeeding
• Affirms the educational needs of parents as it relates to breastfeeding
• Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to meet the needs of the family
• Develops policies and standards of care based upon evidenced-based practice and current research
• Educates for signs of breastfeeding effectiveness
• Identifies maternal and infant risk factors and contraindications that relate to breastfeeding
• Participates in consortium and community related breastfeeding activities
• Participates in the education of nursing staff as it relates to breastfeeding
• Reviews and maintains current/all educational materials distributed to parents regarding breastfeeding
• Supports breastfeeding during the hospitalization and/or separation of the mother and infant
• Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service
• Adheres to patient rights and provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records
• Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, coworkers and supervisors
• Listens and communicates effectively
• Supports teamwork by cooperative problem-solving through participation in meetings, projects, etc.
• Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department function
• Organizes work sets priorities with a minimum of supervision and seeks appropriate guidance
• Makes decisions that are timely and consistent with department, objectives, policies and procedures
• Demonstrates sound judgment; accepts and benefits from constructive criticism
• Participates in ongoing education as required
• Provides breastfeeding education and support to parents of NICU infants

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits And Perks

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon… and more!