RN - LACTATION

CalvertHealth; Prince Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CalvertHealth in Prince Frederick, MD seeks an RN - Lactation to provide specialized lactation care, education, and support to mothers and newborns. The role requires current Maryland RN license or compact state, and an IBCLC certification is preferred.

You will collaborate with obstetric and neonatal teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. Position requires 1+ year experience in Labor/Delivery or related areas, CPR and NRP; strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma Nursing Program or AA in Nursing completed.
• IBCLC certification required or equivalent.
• Maryland RN license (or compact state).
• IBCLC certification preferred.
• Minimum 1 year in Labor/Delivery, OR circulator, Postpartum, or Newborn Nursery.
• CPR and NRP certifications required.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Access, Word, Outlook).
• Effective communication with patients and staff; professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement nursing care per department policies.
• Support lactation care and patient education per unit standards.

Education

Diploma Nursing Program

Associate Degree in Nursing (AA)

IBCLC Certification

CPR

NRP

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

RN - LACTATION

CalvertHealth Prince Frederick, Maryland, United States

About this position

RN - LACTATION

• JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS
  • Job Summary:
    • To assess, plan, implement the nursing care to meet the patients' needs, by following the appropriate policy and procedures of the assigned department.
  • Education:
    • Position requires completion of a Diploma Nursing Program or an Associate Degree in Nursing (AA) or higher.
    • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, IBCLC Certification by International Board of Lactation Consultatnt Examiners.
  • Registration/Certification/Licensure:
    • Unexpired state licensure from Maryland Board of Nursing or compact state board of nursing
    • IBCLC certification
    • Registered Nurse Certification in specialty, preferred
  • Experience:
    • Position requires a minimum of one year direct experience in Labor/Delivery, OR circulator role, Post Partum and Newborn Nursery. CPR and NRP required. Maryland state RN license required. PACU experience preferred.
  • Other Requirements:
    • Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and/or any other department requirements. CPR required within 30 days of hire.
    • NRP required within 6 months of hire. Demonstrated proficiency of computer skills necessary to effectively complete position requirements to include Microsoft Office applications with an emphasis on Excel, Access, Word and Outlook. Previous experience and demonstrated professionalism in effectively communicating with internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing, and in promoting a positive work atmosphere. Ability to work independently, prioritize concurrent projects, meet deadlines, follow through with deliverables, and produce quality work. Effectively communicates with all patient populations and staff by implementing organization-wide communication techniques as a daily practice. Effectively advocates for quality patient safety and satisfaction as a daily practice.