RN - FMC Postpartum Lactation (.7 FTE, Evenings)

Evergreen Health Group; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid Time Off

Free parking

Commuter benefits

Job summary

EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, WA seeks an experienced Lactation Nurse to join the Family Maternity Center. You will provide direct nursing care and lactation support to mothers and babies in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, NICU, and beyond.

Responsibilities include breastfeeding/chestfeeding education, coordinating breast pump use, and contributing to quality improvement and policies. Requires WA RN license, BLS, IBCLC within 2 years, NRP within 4 weeks.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nursing program with a nursing degree.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in WA or NLC multi-state.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS – American Heart Association.
• IBCLC required within 2 years of hire; NRP within 4 weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide total direct nursing care to patients within established standards.
• Offer breastfeeding/chestfeeding education to patients and families.
• Assist with breast milk pumping, storage, and home use supplies.
• Participate in quality improvement related to human milk and lactation.
• Develop and implement lactation-related policies and procedures.
• Educate staff on breastfeeding and lactation support.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team on care plans.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to supervisor and physician.
• Document patient information and safety issues clearly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lactation education

Breastfeeding support

Patient education

Education

Nursing degree (Diploma/ADN/BSN/MSN)

Job description

Wage Range: $50.14 - $90.60 per hour

Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.

Why nurses choose EvergreenHealth: Our Magnet Recognition reflects a culture where nurses are valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference. This prestigious designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center recognizes our ongoing commitment to clinical excellence, continuous improvement, and outstanding patient care. EvergreenHealth is an integrated two hospital system headquartered in the vibrant and beautiful Puget Sound area just east of Seattle. Our patient care is recognized by Healthgrades, which named EvergreenHealth one of America's 50 Best Hospital for 2021-2026. EvergreenHealth takes pride in being the first Baby Friendly designated hospital in North America! We are also proud of our ongoing commitment of upholding AWHONN Staffing Standards to ensure safe nurse to patient ratios as a means to promote high-quality care and exceptional outcomes. We are seeking an experienced Lactation Nurse to join our Family Maternity Center.

Job Summary:
Registered Nurses on the Family Maternity Center (FMC) are responsible for the total direct nursing care of all patients within established standards of care, hospital and unit policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Primary Duties:

1. Provides evidence-based care and resources to breastfeeding/chestfeeding patients and their families in the inpatient unit(s) including but not limited to Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, NICU, Pediatrics, MedSurg and ICU.
2. Participates in the assessment, management, education, and instruction for the breastfeeding/chestfeeding patient.
3. Provides assistance with breast milk pumping, pump usage, management of breast milk collection and storage, and obtaining breast pumps for home use.
4. Participates in quality improvement initiatives related to human milk and breastfeeding/chestfeeding.
5. Participates in the development and implementation of overall institutional policies and procedures relating to breastfeeding/chestfeeding, human milk and lactation.
6. Provides education to staff on breastfeeding/chestfeeding and lactation support.
7. Participates with physician partners and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement patient and family/significant other plan of care.
8. Effectively communicates all relevant information (e.g., patient information, safety issues, problems with equipment, quality issues, etc.) to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.
9. Communicates and documents changes in patient condition to charge nurse/supervisor and physician in a timely manner.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or Experience:

REQUIRED for the position:

• Graduate of a nursing program (Nursing Diploma, Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree and/or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree)
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Washington OR holding a multistate Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) license
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS – American Heart Association by start date

• Demonstrated competency and experience providing breastfeeding/chestfeeding education to patients throughout care continuum
• IBCLC is required within two (2) years of hire date
• NRP certification within four (4) weeks of hire

DESIRED for the position:

• Master’s in Nursing (MSN)
• Minimum three (3) years nursing experience in a maternal/child setting.
• Minimum of 75 hours lactation specific continuing education within the last 5 years.

Benefit Information:

Choices that care for you and your family

At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• On-demand virtual health care
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Paid Time Off/Vacation
• Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
• Paid holidays
• Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Voluntary legal insurance
• Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
• Free parking
• Commuter benefits

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This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA). Union Membership is optional.