Lactation RNMother/Baby

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne is seeking a part-time Evening Shift RN to support the Mother Baby Unit in Des Moines, IA. The role emphasizes lactation consultation, patient education, and collaboration with nursing and medical teams to care for newborns and mothers.

The position requires a current RN license, CLC or IBCLC certification, and ongoing training in abuse reporting, BLS, and NRP with breastfeeding proficiency. The unit emphasizes team-based care and patient-centered outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Iowa state license as a registered nurse (compact accepted).
• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or International Board-C Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within 3 months of hire.
• BLS for the Healthcare Provider within 6 weeks of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 6 weeks of hire.
• Demonstrates competency in breastfeeding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a clinical/educational resource to patient care activities and teaching within the defined specialty.
• Identifies educational needs, develops and coordinates implementation of programs.
• Evaluates programs and updates as needed.
• Works independently with limited supervision under Nurse Practice Act and policies.
• Collaborates with other disciplines and serves as a resource hospital-wide.
• Coordinates lactation champions and the "Mommy and Me" class.
• Presents program topics and facilitates presentations/equipment gathering.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable laws and organizational policies to ensure ethical and professional conduct.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Education program development

Lactation support

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Research coordination

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

Employment Type:Part timeShift:Evening ShiftDescription:

Mother Baby Unit

East Tower, 2nd floor

This unit has 40 private rooms for both high risk and low risk postpartum patients, post-operative surgery and medical patients. As part of MercyOne Children's Hospital the unit also has a newborn nursery. Nursing and medical providers work together as a team to deliver care for the newborn, mother as well as medical patients.

POSITION PURPOSE

Acts as a clinical/educational resource to patient care activities/teaching programs within the area of defined specialization. Supports patient/family/unit needs of diverse ages.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.

Identifies educational needs, develops program(s) to meet those needs, and coordinates implementation of the program(s).

Evaluates programs and modifies as indicated.

Works independently with limited direct supervision using the Nurse Practice Act, MercyOne Medical Center policies, nursing standards, and professional judgment.

Serves as a resource in area of specialty and collaborates with other disciplines.

Provides consultation in specialty areas to all levels of health care providers throughout the hospital, affiliated schools of nursing, and the community.

Actively participates on committees, task forces, and in work groups, as requested .

Participates in research by reviewing literature, communicates findings, identifies potential research questions/projects and coordinates research projects in area of clinical specialty.

Performs efficiently in emergency situations, following established standards.

Presents selected program topics.

Facilitates program presentation/equipment gathering.

Utilizes delegation skills effectively.

Coordinates the lactation champions and the "Mommy and Me" class.

Other duties as needed and assigned by the manager.

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health's Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a current or compact state license as a registered nurse issued/defined by the State of Iowa.

Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required .

Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

BLS for the Healthcare Provider certification within six (6) weeks of hire.

Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification within six (6) weeks of hire.

Demonstrates competency in breastfeeding techniques .

Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.

Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.