Registered Nurse (RN) - Lactation Consultant - Full Time

Job Description

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission : the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

Primary Purpose

Serves as a lactation consultant in the Women & Family Education department within the WISH and Parkland Education department, in order to ensure that patients and their families receive proper education and training related to breastfeeding.

Minimum Specifications

Education

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Employees in this position, hired on or before 01 / 01 / 2023 are exempt from this requirement.

Experience

Equivalent Education and / or Experience

Certification / Registration / Licensure

Required Tests for Placement

Skills or Special Abilities

Responsibilities

1. Facilitates the initiation and continuation of breastfeeding through one-on-one breastfeeding evaluation and assistance to mother and baby. Provides education on breastfeeding, breast care and related topics to patients and their families.

2. Assists with interventions for commonly occurring short-term breastfeeding problems. Assesses unusual breastfeeding situations or challenges and provides assistance or solutions for staff and patient.

3. Teaches Breastfeeding, Childbirth Preparation and / or postpartum discharge classes to assist class participants in obtaining knowledge and skills related to pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and early parenting. Provides lactation discharge teaching instruction and refers patients for follow-up care as needed.

4. Serves as a clinical resource to hospital staff on issues related to breastfeeding. Collaborate with unit staff on developing resolutions to patients breastfeeding problems.

5. Demonstrate proficiency in using breastfeeding management equipment and devices to assist patients with breastfeeding.

6. Assists with the development, implementation and evaluation of patient and family education materials and / or programs.

7. Completes appropriate documentation. Maintains accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents.

8. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in Lactation Consulting by attending seminars / workshops, reading professional journals and actively participating in professional organizations. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus certification as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

9. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact or govern assigned department. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state / federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.

10. Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor and implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals and mission of the assigned area and Parkland.

11. Serves on various interdisciplinary committees as assigned. Completes special projects as assigned.

12. Any duties deemed competent

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.