SJCH Lactation Consultant

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) – Lactation Center

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing or Associate/Diploma degree in nursing; if Associate/Diploma degree, must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years in position and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years in position. Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.

Alternatively, candidates may qualify with:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Language Pathology program; or
• Bachelor's degree in dietetics or related field of study from an American Dietetic Association approved program.

RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013, with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years of hire or reclassification date.

Experience

• At least 1 year of work experience in area of licensure is required.
• A minimum of three years of work experience as a registered nurse is required for RN candidates.
• Experience practicing as an IBCLC in a high-volume Baby Friendly designated hospital is preferred.

Licensure & Certification

• Registered Nurse (RN): Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state required.
• Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), Speech Language Pathologist (SLP): Licensure by the South Carolina Board of Examiners required. NBCOT certification required for Occupational Therapist.
• Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN): Must hold the national RD (Registered Dietitian) or RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) credential and an active state Licensed Dietitian (LD) credential issued by the SC Department of LLR.
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC): Certification is preferred; if not certified, must be obtained within one year of hire and maintained.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Schedule

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40
• Work shift: Rotating

Pay

• Pay rate type: Salary
• Pay grade: Health-29