Lactation Consultant

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Job Title : Lactation Consultant

Lactation Consultant

Department :

University Hospital Women and Infant Nursing

Job Description

Collaborates with the patient care team, other health care professionals and the community to provide patients with breast feeding knowledge and skill.

• Responsible for the overall planning, direction, and evaluation of breast feeding education for the Department of Women and Infant Nursing and the Medical Center;
• responsible for assessing, planning, managing, coordinating, directing, and evaluating breast feeding education provided to patients and his / her family by the patient care team in the Department of Women and Infant Nursing;

prioritizes breast feeding education needs of patients and collaborates with the patient care team and other health care providers.

Ongoing community education and agency collaboration is essential. Lactation Consultant certification is required(IBCLC) within 18 months of hire.

Position located at University Hospitals.

Minimum Education Required

2-Year College Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a Major in nursing

Additional Education Desired

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a Major in nursing

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of registered nursing. Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or related field desired.

Current Ohio license. Certification as a Lactation Consultant preferred.

Previous nursing experience in relevant care setting preferred.

Prior patient education and women and infant nursing desired.

Explore our extensive benefits

Work-life : Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events.

Retirement : State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans.

Health : Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming.

Time off : Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available.

Financial : Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners.

Wellness : Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.