Lactation Consultant/Maternal Educator

Miami Neuroscience Institute Baptist Health South Florida; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee Health in Fort Myers, FL seeks a Lactation Consultant/Maternal Educator to assess maternal and infant feeding needs and to educate clients on pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and parenting. The role requires an IBCLC designation, RN licensure in Florida and current BLS certification.

Prior obstetrical or neonatal nursing or lactation education experience is essential. The LC/ME collaborates with other care teams to promote breastfeeding success, patient education, and quality outcomes across

Qualifications

• Active IBCLC designation is required.
• Minimum of 2 years obstetrical or neonatal nursing experience and/or lactation education experience is required.
• RN license in the State of Florida is required.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Certification in Childbirth Education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive maternal, infant and feeding assessments related to lactation.
• Provide education to clients on pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and parenting.
• Educate healthcare providers and the community about breastfeeding and infant feeding.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Education

Bachelor of Science

Job description

Description

Location: HealthPark Medical Center and Cape Coral Hospital

Department:

Work Type: Full Time, Part Time and PRN

Shift: 7am to 7:30 pm / 9 am to 2:00 pm / 3pm to 9:00 pm

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $35.04 - $47.30 / hour

Hiring Incentives offered to qualified candidate

Summary

** Make a Difference From the Very First Feed Lactation Consultant/Maternal Educator**

Lee Health has full time, part time and PRN opportunities available. Empower families with the knowledge, confidence, and support they need to thrive through pregnancy, birth and beyond. We require an active International Board Certified Lactation Consultant designation.

Meet two of our Maternal Educator Lactation Consultants: https://vimeo.com/1194844649/23f9ffdd7e?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

The Lactation Consultant/Maternal Educator (LC/ME) is responsible for comprehensive maternal, infant and feeding assessments related to lactation and provides education to clients concerning pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and parenting. The LC/ME demonstrates specialized knowledge and clinical expertise in breastfeeding and uses the principles of adult education when teaching clients, health care providers and others in the community. Provides education and counseling in a manner that encourages informed decision making about childbirth and breastfeeding.

Provides care based on established clinical nursing practice standards subscribed to by American Nursing Association and in accordance with the Florida Nurse Practice Act. IBLCE and AWHONN standards. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization vision and mission. Uses knowledge of patients age and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through excellence in customer service and performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor of Science preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 2 years obstetrical or neonatal nursing experience and/or lactation education experience required.

Certification: IBCLC Certification Required. Certification in Childbirth Education preferred. Current BLS required

License: State of FloridaRN required.

Other: Communication and interpersonal skills, basic computer skills, and customer service skills required.

US:FL:Fort Myers