RN - Maternal Newborn - Lactation Per Diem

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Job summary

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking a Lactation Consultant to provide specialized care to mothers and infants, educating and supporting successful breastfeeding practices. The role collaborates with NICU staff to tailor feeding strategies for preterm or medically fragile babies.

Required are an Associate's Degree in Nursing, RN license, and CLC certification; IBCLC preferred. 1-2 years in acute care lactation support is expected; per diem daytime shifts are available onsite.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing is required.
• RN license in state required.
• CLC Certification required; IBCLC preferred.
• 1-2 years of clinical acute care nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Educate mothers on breastfeeding techniques and latch.
• Address breastfeeding challenges such as nipple pain and engorgement.
• Advise on pumping, storage, and handling of breast milk.
• Assess mothers and infants to identify lactation issues and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with NICU staff to optimize feeding strategies for preterm or medically fragile babies.

Skills

Communication

Patient assessment

Problem solving

Collaboration

Teaching

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Summary Summary:

Responsible for providing specialized care to mothers and infants related to breastfeeding and lactation. Closely with patients to educate, assess, and offer support to ensure successful breastfeeding practices. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions:

• Educate mothers on the benefits of breastfeeding and provide guidance on proper latch, positioning, and feeding techniques.
• Offer advice on managing common breastfeeding challenges such as nipple pain, engorgement, and low milk supply.
• Provide guidance on pumping, storage, and handling of breast milk.
• Conduct thorough assessments of mothers and infants to identify any breastfeeding or lactation problems.
• Develop individualized care plans to address breastfeeding issues and monitor progress over time.
• Work with infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) to ensure appropriate feeding strategies for preterm or medically fragile babies.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Nursing required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers required
• Certified Lactation Consultant [CLC Certification] Certification Required
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant [IBCLC Certification] preferred

Experience

• Clinical acute care hospital nursing experience 1-2 years required
• Experience in a similar role, providing direct care and lactation support 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts in a compassionate, easy-to-understand manner.
• Strong knowledge of patient assessment, particularly in identifying breastfeeding difficulties such as a poor latch or ineffective feeding.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to address a wide range of lactation-related issues.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, pediatricians, and nurses.
• Social sensitivity and an understanding of various practices related to breastfeeding.
• Teaching and training abilities to educate both patients and hospital staff on breastfeeding and lactation management.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 789 Central Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $38.71 - $53.29/Hourly Grade WDHRN2

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 789 Central Avenue
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
• Employee Type: Per Diem
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $38.71 - $53.29/Hourly
• Grade: WDHRN2

EEO Statement

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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