RN, Registered Nurse Lactation Consultant Lead - PerinatalAdmin

Description

CHRISTUS

Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed

hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio.

Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU,

women’s services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular

care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep

center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute,

wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an

Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which

houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program

and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health

Center.

Summary :

The Registered Nurse Lactation

Consultant Lead is responsible for overseeing and providing expert

lactation support and education to breastfeeding mothers and

infants. This role involves leading a team of lactation

consultants, offering in-person consultations, telephone

follow-ups, and outpatient services to address lactation

challenges, promote breastfeeding success, and ensure optimal care

for mothers and infants. The Lactation Consultant Lead works

closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare

providers to coordinate care, promote lactation resources, and

ensure continuity of lactation support after discharge. This role

also includes staff training, program development, and quality

improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities : Meets

expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of

Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

Leadership & Team Management :

Lead and support a team

of Lactation Consultants to ensure effective delivery of lactation

education and support services.

Provide

guidance, training, and mentoring to staff, fostering an

environment of continuous learning and professional development.

Ensures all new clinical team members have initial lactation

education, and all clinical team members complete annual lactation

education.

Monitor and assess team

performance, contribute to regular evaluations, offer constructive

feedback, and implement performance improvement plans when

necessary.

Ensure team members maintain

required certifications and competencies in lactation care.

Clinical Lactation Care :

Lead efforts in

educating mothers and families about proper breastfeeding

techniques, infant feeding cues, and the benefits of breastfeeding.

Provide expert lactation support to mothers

and infants, including assessment, counseling, and management of

lactation challenges.

Appropriately cares

for / interacts with various populations served regarding age,

disease, condition, and culture.

Conduct

individual and group breastfeeding education sessions, addressing

various aspects of breastfeeding and infant nutrition.

Perform comprehensive assessments of mothers

and infants, providing recommendations for effective lactation

practices and interventions.

Address

breastfeeding difficulties, such as latch issues, low milk supply,

or nipple pain, with evidence-based approaches.

Program Development &

Improvement : Contribute

to the development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of

lactation services, ensuring that they align with current

evidence-based guidelines.

Collaborate with

interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, pediatricians, and

nursing staff, to ensure comprehensive care for breastfeeding

families.

Participate in policy and protocol

development for lactation services, ensuring alignment with

institutional goals.

Works with marketing to

promote lactation services.

Acts as a

community liaison and provides community outreach.

Patient and Family Education :

Provide patient-centered

education, support, and resources for mothers, families, and

caregivers on breastfeeding techniques and infant nutrition.

Address concerns, provide emotional support,

and empower families to make informed decisions regarding

lactation.

Develop educational materials and

resources for patients and staff, ensuring clarity and

accessibility.

Teaches prenatal lactation

classes as needed.

Quality Improvement & Data Collection :

Collect and analyze data related to

breastfeeding rates, challenges, and patient outcomes to identify

areas for improvement.

Participate in ongoing

quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance the

effectiveness of lactation support services.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, patient safety

standards, and accreditation expectations.

Administrative Duties :

Oversee scheduling of lactation consultant

staff, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts and patient needs.

Manage budgets, supplies, and resources for

the lactation program. Oversees the rental program.

Maintain accurate and timely patient

documentation, including assessments, care plans, and follow-up

reports. Completes chart audit reviews.

Manages the vast majority of certifications and designations, such

as Baby Friendly Certification, Texas Ten Steps, and associated

quality improvement projects.

Coordinates and

maintains the Donor Breast Milk Program and works with external

agencies to ensure the integrity and sustainability of the program.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements : Education / Skills

• Associate degree in nursing is required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred.
• Excellent communication, counseling, and interpersonal

skills required

a multidisciplinary team and support diverse patient populations

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience as a lactation consultant, with at

least 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

particularly in maternal-child health or women's health, is

preferred.

wide range of lactation issues using the nursing process.

Licenses, Registrations, or

Certifications

in the state of employment or compact is required.

IBCLC (International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant)

certification is required within one year of hire date.

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required.

(Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification is required.

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License,

Certification, and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates

are required to obtain the required certifications for their

respective positions within the designated time frame.

Work

Schedule : 5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type : Full Time