Mother/Baby Lactation Counselor PRN Day/Evenings

Boston Medical Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center seeks a breastfeeding care nurse to manage and evaluate lactation care for new mothers. You will collaborate with physicians and the health team as a primary care provider, and you will plan, implement and assess educational programs in breastfeeding.

The role requires an Associate Degree in Nursing, Maryland RN license, and IBCLC certification, with at least two years of related clinical lactation experience. CPR is required; lifting up to 20 lbs in a post-partum setting.

Qualifications

• 2 years full-time (or equivalent) direct clinical lactation experience.
• Knowledge of lactation theory and patient education.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers and productivity applications.
• Ability to assess patients and plan interventions.

Responsibilities

• Nursing management and evaluation of care for patients in the breastfeeding program.
• Functions as a primary care provider in collaboration with physicians and health team members.
• Plans, implements and evaluates educational programs related to breast feeding.

Skills

Knowledge of lactation theory

Written and verbal communication

Computer literacy

Patient education

Assessment and intervention planning

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

RN license (Maryland)

IBCLC certification

Job description

Under general supervision, assumes responsibility for the nursing management and evaluation of care provided to patients who participate in the practice of breastfeeding. Functions as a primary care provider in collaboration with physicians and other health team members. Plans, implements and evaluates educational programs related to breast feeding.Under general supervision, assumes responsibility for the nursing management and evaluation of care provided to patients who participate in the practice of breastfeeding. Functions as a primary care provider in collaboration with physicians and other health team members. Plans, implements and evaluates educational programs related to breast feeding.Education: Associate Degree from an accredited School of Nursing requiredExperience: 2 years full-time (or equivalent) directly related clinical experienceSkills: Knowledge of techniques and the application of lactation theory. § Skill in written and oral communication § Skill in using computers and personal productivity applications § Ability to instruct and support patients § Ability to assess patients, plan effective interventions and evaluate outcomes from those interventions.Licensures, Certifications:Current registration with the Maryland Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Registered Nurse.IBCLC certification requiredHealthcare Provider CPR biennialAdditional certifications (i.e. ACLS, PALS, NRP) for specialty care areas are required upon hire.Physical Requirements:Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 80% of work time ·Visual acuity, manual dexterity and physical mobility; hear and communicate orally. ·Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, walking and lifting (Up to 20 lbs).Working ConditionsNormal patient care environment of the post-partum nursery area. ·Routine exposure to body fluids.Pay Range$32.18 - $49.46Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.Equal Employment OpportunityGBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.