Perinatal Lactation Nurse: Breastfeeding Support Specialist

Fraser Health Authority; Surrey; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation up to 4 weeks in first year

Employer-paid benefits

Municipal pension plan enrollment

Maternity top-up

Transit pass subsidy

Job summary

Fraser Health Authority in Surrey, British Columbia, is seeking a Casual Registered Nurse, Lactation Services to join the Perinatal, Maternity team at Surrey Memorial Hospital in Surrey.

Under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Services, you will provide breastfeeding education and support, assess and counsel postpartum women, initiate and sustain lactation, maintain patient records, and collaborate with the health care team.

Qualifications

• Current practicing RN with BC governing body (BCCNM).
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant certification.
• Two years' neonatal or perinatal experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides breastfeeding education and support to expectant mothers and postpartum women.
• Assists with resolution of breastfeeding difficulties and referrals as needed.
• Delivers care to initiate and sustain lactation and breastfeeding.
• Maintains patient records and follows up on outcomes.
• Collaborates with nursing staff and health professionals related to lactation care.

Skills

Communication

Teaching

Organizational skills

Written communication

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

IBCLC certification

Job description

Fraser Health Authority in Surrey, British Columbia, is seeking a Casual Registered Nurse, Lactation Services to join the Perinatal, Maternity team at Surrey Memorial Hospital in Surrey.

Under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Services, you will provide breastfeeding education and support, assess and counsel postpartum women, initiate and sustain lactation, maintain patient records, and collaborate with the health care team.