Lactation Consultant – Part-time Weekends

Our promise to you:

Continuing your journey with AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Job Description:

Shift: Weekends – days (flexible)

• Evaluates the effectiveness of breastfeeding relationships, nursing staff knowledge, and products, literature, and equipment used by clients.
• Assesses patient knowledge of breastfeeding and effectiveness of newborn breastfeeding behaviors, teaching these skills to the mother.
• Participates in follow-up care through phone calls, educational/support groups, and possible home health visits.
• Promotes and participates in hospital and departmental quality programs, developing and evaluating quality improvement projects related to patient outcomes and lactation.
• Maintains clinical competency in lactation through ongoing education, seminars, classes, and conference attendance.
• Assures current information in policies, procedures, and protocols affecting infant nutrition and breastfeeding needs.

Education:
• Associate's of Nursing [Preferred]

• Technical/Vocational School [Required]

Field of Study:
• Graduate of an accredited School required

Work Experience:
• Clinical experience [Preferred]

• Demonstrated expertise in the care of breastfeeding mothers, normal newborns, advocacy for breastfeeding and positive interpersonal relationships [Required]

Licenses and Certifications:
•Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) [Required]

• Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Qualification Requirements:

Associate’s of Nursing, Technical/Vocational School (Required)Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) – RQI Resuscitation Quality Improvement, Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) – EV Accredited Issuing Body

Work Shift:

Day-Weekend (United States of America)

Pay Range:

$22.24 – $41.37

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.