Neonatal ICU RN Lactation Consultant - Part Time

Company: BJC HealthCare
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Job Description Additional Job Information * 24 Hours per Week - * #BJCcareers - * Hourly - * Day/Evening Rotation - 8 hour shifts - * Weekend Rotation as Required by Department - * Benefits Eligible - Job ID: Employment Status: Part-Time More Information: For more than 130 years, St. Louis Children's Hospital has provided exceptional care for children in all 50 states and 80 countries around the world. With its academic partner, Washington University School of Medicine, Children's is consistently ranked among the nation's best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. A member of BJC Healthcare, St. Louis Children's Hospital follows one simple mission - to do what's right for kids. That mission comes to life through medical discovery, innovative therapies and compassionate care. In 2018, Children's expanded with a state-of-the-art, 12-story medical tower. To learn more, visit StLouisChildrens.org, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Overview Role Purpose The lactation consultant is responsible for coordinating the care of the breast feeding mother. Serves as a resource to the staff RNs, assisting them in giving breastfeeding support and information to nursing mothers, as well as educating new staff in how to teach breastfeeding. Provides care to patients with complications related to breastfeeding. Responsibilities * Monitors patients response and modifies plan of care accordingly. * Utilizes nursing process to plan, direct, and provide breastfeeding teaching and support. * Serves as a resource for the department regarding lactation education and information. * Identifies patient and family education needs and coordinates appropriate educational resources. * Provides accurate documentation as required. * BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Minimum Requirements Degree * Nursing Diploma/Associate's Experience *

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