Senior/Staff Nurse (Lactation Advisor/Consultant), Parentcraft Centre

Thomson Medical Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Singapore is seeking a Staff Nurse to assist and support breastfeeding mothers, ensuring adherence to hospital standards. The role requires responsibilities including providing advice, managing emergencies for newborns, and conducting educational sessions for parents. Candidates must be registered nurses in Singapore with a preference for lactation and midwifery qualifications and at least 2 years of experience in maternal care. Competitive working environment with a focus on caring for families.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Singapore Nursing Board required.
• At least 2 years of experience in maternity and/or lactation.
• Ability to manage emergencies and provide education.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and advise breastfeeding mothers.
• Conduct consultations and educational sessions.
• Manage medical emergencies for newborns.

Skills

Multitasking

Adaptability

Counseling

Education

Certificate in Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

Advanced Diploma in Midwifery

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Thomson Medical is inthe midst of an exciting transformation, where new ways of working, systems and processes are re-shaping.

If you do not want to miss out this excitement and believe in our purpose in empowering life journeys by caring for generations of women, children and families, we invite you to apply for the following opportunity with us!

JOB SUMMARY

The Staff Nurse assists and supports mothers in breastfeeding. The role includes maintaining breastfeeding standards and ensuring adherence to the hospital's quality systems and procedures.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides supervision and advice for all breastfeeding mothers, including inpatients and outpatients
• Offers breastfeeding consultation for antenatal mothers
• Teaches parenting skills to parents of newborns
• Conducts postnatal parentcraft education for maternity patients
• Conducts phone or video counseling for those seeking advice on breastfeeding and childcare
• Maintains accurate documentation for all consultation and education programs
• Familiar with alternative feeding methods such as cup feeding, syringe feeding, and Nursing supplemental system during the early stages of infant feeding if milk supply does not meet the baby's needs
• Manages medical emergencies for newborns
• Keeps abreast of current research, trends, and pedagogical practices in Parentcraft education programs.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with Singapore Nursing Board
• Preferably with Certificate in Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Advanced Diploma in Midwifery
• At least 2 years of post-graduate experience in a maternity setting and/or 2 years of related lactation experience
• Ability to multitask, adapt and react in a fast-paced working environment
• 5 days work week (rostered to work on weekends & PH)

If you do not possess the above experience, your application will still be considered on individual merits and you may be contacted for other opportunities.

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