Lactation Consultant (RN), Mother & Baby, Evenings, PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center — named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021!  As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state’s busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another.  The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people.

We have 285 licensed beds and we’re home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland’s health.  Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

Job Description

General Summary

Provides lactation management services to expectant and new parents. Independently provides and coordinates care provided to patients within the clinical specialty. Supports the development of strategies to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction with services and cost effectiveness at the unit level. Strives to provide an environment where patients, families, and colleagues collaborate in the delivery of care, is accountable to peers for the advancement of group practice on the unit, and to the nurse manager for the totality of work performance.

Mission

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and valuate of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedication oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reports to Nurse Manger.

Working Conditions

Works inside a clean, well-lighted environment. May be exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations. May be physically or verbally abused by patients. Expected to work on rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as necessary. May be expected to work on other than regular unit to provide adequate staffing, if the need arises. Participate in temporary assignment measures of department of Nursing. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, requiring the observance of standard (Universal) precautious and safe handling practices. This position has been classified as medium exposure risk and requires the completion of an annual respirator mask fitting.

Physical Requirements

Standing, sitting, bending and walking is required 0-5 hours / shift. Involves heavy lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to and in excess of 100lbs.) 0-3 hours / shift, in accordance with Safe Patient Lifting policy. Includes reaching for, fingering, grasping and handling equipment / supplies 0-3 hours / shifts. Requires hearing / listening to differentiate sounds 0-3 hours / shift. Visual acuity is necessary to read labels, charts, documents, and use various instruments 0-3 hours / shifts.

ORGANIZATIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Standard of Service Excellence

• Dedicates oneself to exceptional service by practicing, supporting and exemplify the Excellence behaviors in daily work practices.

Attitude Standard

Appearance Standard

Accountability Standard

Communication Standard

Courtesy Standard

Privacy Standard

Safety Standards

Visitor Elevators

Teamwork Standard

Competency assessment Process

Conducts daily bedside lactation rounds

Professional Practice

Professional Development

Plans, teaches and conducts in-service education for staff

Organizational Innovation

Leadership

Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirements

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

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