Responsibilities
Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
Your Role :
- Responsible for provision and coordination of in- and out-patient breastfeeding needs, updating resources and documentation.
- Responsible for training the staff and community in breastfeeding techniques.
- Assess / plans / implements / evaluates individualized teaching plans for patients with specific learning needs with consideration of age specific needs and behaviors of the patient population served.
- Identifies discharge planning needs; makes appropriate referrals.
- Provides telephone counseling service, as needed.
- Documents patient interventions.
- Assists nurses and other health professionals in their patient breastfeeding assessment and intervention skills.
- Maintains current and accurate patient breastfeeding materials and resources.
- Participates in relevant committees and planning boards.
- Orients students and staff to lactation program.
- Offers formal and informal staff educational programs in the area of lactation.
- Provides current and accurate resource information to staff as indicated.
- Provides resources / information to individuals or community groups.
- Participates in community education activities and programs.
- Attends seminars, workshops and conferences related to clinical specialty.
- Reads current professional publications.
- Consults with other healthcare professionals.
Reports To :
RN / Nurse Manager (Job Code (JC) : 031001)Qualifications
Required Education :
Graduate of an approved school of NursingPreferred Education :
Bachelor’s of Science Degree in NursingAdvanced Training in Certified Lactation Consultant ProgramRequired Experience :
Two (2) to five (5) years of Nursing ExperiencePreferred Experience :
Two (2) to five (5) years of Obstetrical Nursing ExperienceOne (1) to two (2) years as a Lactation ConsultantRequired Certification / License / Registry :
Registered Nurse Licensed in the State of FloridaInternational Board Certified Lactation ConsultantWhat You’ll Need To Apply
Required Education :
Graduate of an approved school of NursingPreferred Education :
Bachelor’s of Science Degree in NursingAdvanced Training in Certified Lactation Consultant ProgramRequired Experience :
Two (2) to five (5) years of Nursing ExperiencePreferred Experience :
Two (2) to five (5) years of Obstetrical Nursing ExperienceOne (1) to two (2) years as a Lactation ConsultantRequired Certification / License / Registry :
Registered Nurse Licensed in the State of FloridaInternational Board Certified Lactation ConsultantTallahassee Memorial HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential / license verification.