Description
SUMMARY
As a RN Lactation Consultant, your demonstrated empathy, patience and excellent ability to guide are key in preparing mothers to breastfeed and providing safe care for infants.
STATUS: Per Diem
LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital
DEPARTMENT: Women's Care Unit
SCHEDULE: 10 or 12 Hour Days/Evenings, every other Weekend, every other Holiday
REQUIREMENTS: Candidate must be a Certified Lactation Consultant at the time of hire and obtain IBCLC certification within 12 months of employment.
ATTRIBUTES
Effective communication is vital, as lactation consultants need to explain techniques, offer advice, and listen attentively to the concerns of mothers and their families.
Strong analytical, computer and communication skills.
Compassionate, kind and patient focused.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Development. Inform about the nutritional and physiological benefits of human milk; assist with decision making; provide anticipatory guidance concerning common problems associated with breastfeeding; describe and encourage good infant rooting, latching and suck-swallow pattern; discuss dietary requirements, medications or other substances which may have an effect on breastfeeding.
Individualized Care. Provide individualized assistance to mothers with an identified lactation problem.
Leadership & Collaboration. Collaborate with other health workers in maintaining frequent and regular communication with the breastfeeding dyad; assist with staff education including all aspects of lactation management and clinical issues.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- IBCLC - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant - International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE)
- BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)
- RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)
PAY RANGE: $39.26 - $52.00
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
