Lactation RN Mother/Baby

POSITION PURPOSE

Acts as a clinical/educational resource to patient care activities/teaching programs within the area of defined specialization. Supports patient/family/unit needs of diverse ages.

Essential Functions

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
• Identifies educational needs, develops program(s) to meet those needs, and coordinates implementation of the program(s).
• Evaluates programs and modifies as indicated.
• Works independently with limited direct supervision using the Nurse Practice Act, MercyOne Medical Center policies, nursing standards, and professional judgment.
• Serves as a resource in area of specialty and collaborates with other disciplines.
• Provides consultation in specialty areas to all levels of health care providers throughout the hospital, affiliated schools of nursing, and the community.
• Actively participates on committees, task forces, and in work groups, as requested.
• Participates in research by reviewing literature, communicating findings, identifying potential research questions/projects, and coordinating research projects in area of clinical specialty.
• Performs efficiently in emergency situations, following established standards.
• Presents selected program topics.
• Facilitates program presentation/equipment gathering.
• Utilizes delegation skills effectively.
• Captains the lactation champions and the “Mommy and Me” class.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a current or compact state license as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.
• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
• BLS for the Healthcare Provider certification within six (6) weeks of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification within six (6) weeks of hire.
• Demonstrates competency in breastfeeding techniques.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.