Certified Lactation Consultant RN Registered Nurse

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

• PRN (per diem) team members may contribute to the Adventist HealthCare Retirement Plan (but are ineligible for employer contributions to the plan).
• Employee Discount Program, including tickets, travel, Pet Insurance, and More!
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Employees who switch from PRN to Full or Part Time employment get access to Day One Benefits (Immediate)

Our promise to you :

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Itâ€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.

Schedule : Â Per Diem

Location : Position will require travel to AdventHealth Orlando, AdventHealth Winter Park, AdventHealth Celebration, and AdventHealth Altamonte Springs

The role youâ€ll contribute :

Under general supervision, the Lactation Consultant supports the breastfeeding mother and baby at AdventHealth, its satellite locations, and in the community.

The Lactation Consultant teaches breastfeeding classes, makes rounds on the maternity units, provides a telephone helpline, and offers private consultations and breastfeeding products ( pumps, bras) in a retail store.

Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value youâ€ll bring to the team :

Rounds on the Maternal / Infant Unit, or other units with lactating mothers, at various AdventHealth as assigned. Visits each breastfeeding mother / baby and evaluates and encourages the nursing dyad.

Greets all patients in a friendly, professional manner. Keeps thorough and appropriate notes on each patient.

• Works in the various AdventHealth Lactation Centers†as assigned. Provides private consults for breastfeeding mothers, answers the breastfeeding telephone help line, facilitates the weekly mother / baby luncheon, sells breastfeeding products / collects money, and keeps accurate records.
• Plans and presents prenatal breastfeeding classes. Collects evaluations at each class and makes changes to the classes as needed.

 Arrives early enough to prepare for class and coordinates class so it runs smoothly.

Provides accurate and consistent information to clients and patients regarding breastfeeding as well as AdventHealth policies and procedures.

Attends staff meetings and seminars to stay updated. Reviews literature / new research and shares information with colleagues and staff.

Participates in opportunities to educate the community regarding breastfeeding / research projects / speaking opportunities / AdventHealth committees.

Interested in the quality of work done in this department and makes suggestions for improvement.

The expertise and experiences youâ€ll need to succeed :

Minimum qualifications :

• Graduate from a school of Nursing
• Maternity nursing or newborn nursing experience
• Florida state or multi state Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Certified Lactation Consultant
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred qualifications :

International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant

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

The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range.

The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.