Lactation Consultant & Breastfeeding Education Specialist

Jobtome; Allen (TX); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 55.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Jobtome is recruiting a Lactation Consultant to join the Women & Family Education department at Parkland Health system in Texas. The role focuses on educating patients and families about breastfeeding and coordinating lactation services within the hospital’s education programs.

The ideal candidate is a registered nurse with neonatal/infant health experience, ongoing lactation certification, and current NRP/CPR credentials. The position is part-time and based on-site at Parkland in Texas.

Formación

• RN license current; hospital experience preferred in maternity/infant health.
• IBCLC certification required within 18 months of hire.
• NRP and CPR certifications required.
• One year maternal/infant health experience; inpatient hospital experience preferred.
• Active engagement in continuing lactation education.

Responsabilidades

• Facilitates initiation and continuation of breastfeeding through one-on-one evaluation and assistance to mother and baby.
• Provides education on breastfeeding, breast care and related topics to patients and their families.
• Teaches breastfeeding, childbirth prep and postpartum discharge classes to help participants gain knowledge and skills.
• Serves as a clinical resource to hospital staff on breastfeeding issues and collaborate on resolutions.
• Demonstrates proficiency with breastfeeding management equipment and devices.
• Develops, implements and evaluates patient/family education materials and programs.
• Completes accurate documentation in patient records and hospital documents.
• Keeps up with lactation developments by attending seminars and maintaining licensure.

Conocimientos

Lactation consulting

Interpersonal communication

Clinical nursing

Independent judgment

Education delivery

Educación

Registered Nurse (RN) license

IBCLC certification within 18 months

Herramientas

Breastfeeding management equipment

Descripción del empleo

Jobtome is recruiting a Lactation Consultant to join the Women & Family Education department at Parkland Health system in Texas. The role focuses on educating patients and families about breastfeeding and coordinating lactation services within the hospital’s education programs.

The ideal candidate is a registered nurse with neonatal/infant health experience, ongoing lactation certification, and current NRP/CPR credentials. The position is part-time and based on-site at Parkland in Texas.