LACTATION CONSULTANT/RN

Universal Health Services; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center in Las Vegas, NV, a 336-bed facility part of the Valley Health System within Universal Health Services, seeks an experienced RN Lactation Consultant to coordinate patient and staff education for breastfeeding support and promotion. The role emphasizes OB expertise, neonatal care awareness, and adherence to Nevada nursing practice standards.

Qualified candidates hold an active Nevada RN license, IBCLC/CLC or CLC credentials, BLS and NRP, with at least

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years nursing experience, at least one year in obstetric setting with focus on the breast-feeding process required.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nevada is required.
• Association with professional nursing associations related to practice.
• Current IBCLS/IBCLC or CLC certification is required.
• Current BLS and NRP required.

Responsibilities

• Provides coordination of patient and staff education to support, protect, and promote breastfeeding.

Skills

Breastfeeding support

Patient education

Staff education

Nursing coordination

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.

Job description

Responsibilities

About Centennial Hills Hospital:

Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center is a 336-bed facility that is part of the seven-hospital Valley Health System serving Northwest Las Vegas community. The hospital provides a wide range of medical services and procedures, including comprehensive women's services. In addition to digital mammography, gynecologic care and gynecologic surgery, the Women's Center offers maternity services that include labor and delivery, recovery rooms, antepartum and postpartum care, a newborn nursery, and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit. Centennial Hills Hospital has demonstrated a strong commitment to community health, becoming the first tobacco-free campus in Nevada. The hospital has also been recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital for Heart Failure, Stroke and Maternity Care for 2022-2023.

The Valley Health System (VHS) is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Each employee at VHS takes part in the UHS Service Excellence Program. The program is guided by three standards: "Treat everyone as a guest. Demonstrate professionalism and excellence in the things I do. Practice teamwork." The talent and dedication of all UHS employees is what makes the company unique.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

Job Description

Provides coordination of patient and staff education to support, protect, and promote breastfeeding.

Qualifications

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.

Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years nursing experience, at least one year in obstetric setting with focus on the breast-feeding process required.

Technical Skills:

Demonstrate a working knowledge of the current Nevada State Board of Nursing Practice.

License/Certification:

Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nevada is required. Association with professional nursing associations related to practice. Current IBCLS/IBCLC or CLC certification is required. Current BLS and NRP required.

Other:

Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.

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