Lactation Consultant

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 69.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a part-time Lactation Consultant to provide family-centered lactation care across inpatient units and outpatient settings. You will assess breastfeeding dyads, plan and implement lactation support, and collaborate with nurses, physicians, and family members to ensure safe feeding practices.

You will participate in prenatal education, support breastfeeding questions by phone, and maintain thorough records.

Qualifikationen

• High School Graduate
• Bachelor Degree Nursing in Nursing (or related field)
• 1 or more years with inpatient lactation programs and/or nursing with knowledge of the types of clinical breastfeeding issues seen in the early postpartum, neonatal and pediatric populations
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBLCE) upon hire or within 1 year of hire, or CLE/CBC/CLS/Peer Counselor certifications
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification

Aufgaben

• Serves as a clinical resource to all units within the hospital on issues related to lactation.
• Collaborates with staff on developing resolutions to inpatient breastfeeding problems.
• Develops and provides breastfeeding information, education, and support to patients.
• Participates in staff orientation, education, and clinical development; and participate in educational opportunities for staff regarding breastfeeding.
• Assists with teaching prenatal classes, inpatient and outpatient teaching programs, and provide telephone support to women regarding breastfeeding and maintain records of those calls.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Ausbildung

High School Graduate

Bachelor Degree Nursing in Nursing (or related field)

1 or more years with inpatient lactation programs and/or nursing with knowledge of the types of clinical breastfeeding issues seen in the early postpartum, neonatal and pediatric populations

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title

Lactation Consultant Days - PRN, Evenings - PRN Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest

The Lactation Consultant is responsible for providing safe, family-centered care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating lactation plans for the breastfeeding dyad, as well as for the pumping parent, and is fully collaborative with the patient, patient's family, significant others, and members of the health care team. The Lactation Consultant demonstrates specialized knowledge and clinical expertise in breastfeeding and human lactation. The Lactation Consultant functions within the Scope of Practice as defined by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) and adheres to policies, procedures, and guidelines of care.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Serves as a clinical resource to all units within the hospital on issues related to lactation.
• Collaborates with staff on developing resolutions to any inpatient breastfeeding problems.
• Develops and provides breastfeeding information, education, and support to patients.
• Participates in staff orientation, education, and clinical development; and participate in educational opportunities for staff regarding breastfeeding.
• Assists with teaching prenatal classes, participate in inpatient and outpatient teaching programs, and provide telephone support to women who call with questions regarding breastfeeding and maintain records of those calls.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
• Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate
• Bachelor Degree Nursing in Nursing (or related field)
• 1 or more years with inpatient lactation programs and/or nursing with knowledge of the types of clinical breastfeeding issues seen in the early postpartum, neonatal and pediatric populations

Required Licensure and Certification

• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant - International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) upon hire or within 1 year of hire
• OR 1 of the following certifications: Certified Lactation Educator (CLE); Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC); Certified Lactation Specialist (CLS); or Peer Counselor (WIC, LLL, BFUSA or similar organization)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing
• Registered Nurse in the state of Kansas

Time Type: Part time

Job Requisition ID: R-58893

Important information for you to know as you apply

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail]. Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.