Lactation Consultant (RN) - Women & Family Education - FT Days or FT Nights
Company: Parkland Health and Hospital System
Location: Irving
Posted on: February 20, 2025
Job Description:
Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether
your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other
areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at
Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and
well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By
joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy
that's served our community for more than 125 years. Put your
skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a
talented team where patient care is more than a job. It's our
passion.Primary Purpose:Serves as a lactation consultant in the
Women & Family Education department within the WISH and Parkland
Education department, in order to ensure that patients and their
families receive proper education and training related to
breastfeeding. - -Why Parkland Health?At Parkland Health, we
believe that our success is built on the dedication, passion, and
unique perspectives of our team members. When you join us, you're
not just starting a job - you're beginning a meaningful career that
supports your personal growth and professional aspirations. -We are
committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is
encouraged to reach their full potential. At Parkland, you'll have
the opportunity to work alongside passionate professionals in
nationally recognized specialty areas, and be part of a culture
that supports learning, collaboration, and innovation. -Our team
members don't just work here-they thrive here, making a lasting
impact on the health and well-being of the communities we
serve.
Join us, and see why your career matters here! - - - -Benefits:
Medical - Active Day 1 of
hireDentalVisionLife InsuranceMandatory Savings PlanPaid Personal
LeaveTuition ReimbursementOnsite Employee Health CenterOnsite
Employee Dental CareOnsite Employee Pharmacy ServicesAnd more! - -
- -Job Summary:
- Facilitates the initiation and continuation of breastfeeding
through one-on-one breastfeeding evaluation and assistance to
mother and baby. Provides education on breastfeeding, breast care
and related topics to patients and their families.
- Assists with interventions for commonly occurring short-term
breastfeeding problems. Assesses unusual breastfeeding situations
or challenges and provides assistance or solutions for staff and
patient.
- Teaches Breastfeeding, Childbirth Preparation and/or postpartum
discharge classes to assist class participants in obtaining
knowledge and skills related to pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and
early parenting. Provides lactation discharge teaching instruction
and refers patients for follow-up care as needed.
- Serves as a clinical resource to hospital staff on issues
related to breastfeeding. Collaborate with unit staff on developing
resolutions to patients breastfeeding problems.
- Demonstrate proficiency in using breastfeeding management
equipment and devices to assist patients with breastfeeding.
- Assists with the development, implementation and evaluation of
patient and family education materials and/or programs.
- Completes appropriate documentation. Maintains accurate and
timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital
documents.
- Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and
trends in Lactation Consulting by attending seminars/workshops,
reading professional journals and actively participating in
professional organizations. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a
Registered Nurse, plus certification as an International Board
Certified Lactation Consultant. Integrates knowledge gained into
current work practices.
- Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies,
laws, and guidelines that impact or govern assigned department.
Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to
applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of
accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health
plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper
understanding.
- Identifies ways to improve work process and improve patient and
customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor and
implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the
overall goals and mission of the assigned area and Parkland.
- Serves on various interdisciplinary committees as assigned.
Completes special projects as assigned.
- Any duties deemed competent - -Minimum------------------
-Qualifications:
- ASN or BSN Degree from an accredited Professional School of
Nursing.
- Current/Valid RN license or valid temporary permit with the
Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license. -
- -Minimum of one (1) year of experience in maternal/infant
health in an inpatient hospital setting. - -Preferred Experience:
- Prefer experience in lactation consulting/breastfeeding
instruction. - -Certification/Registration/Licensure:
- Current/Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider
certification -card, and the ability to maintain thereafter, from
one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross
Military Training Network. -
- Must have current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
certification and the ability to maintain thereafter.
- Must obtain certification as an International Board Certified
Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) by the International Board of
Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) within 18 months of hire
date or reclassification date and the ability to maintain
thereafter.
*IBLCE reserves the right to change/cancel exam dates and delays
the release of test results. In instances when the staff member's
exam date is documented as changed/canceled, the staff member must
register for the next regularly scheduled exam date. If the new
test date extends beyond the current expiration date or the 18
month initial hire/reclassification period, the new due date will
be artificially extended six (6) months (last day of the month)
after the new test date to allow for testing and release of test
results to Parkland Health and Hospital System). In instances when
the release of a staff member's test results have been documented
as being delayed by the IBLCE and the results will not be received
before the 18 month period, the staff member will have their new
due date artificially extended six (6) months (last day of the
month) from the original due date identified by date of hire or
date of reclassification.
- May be required to have additional specialty certifications. -
-#LI-SS2Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits
discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion,
sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, genetic information, disability, national
origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. -As
part of our commitment to our patients and employees' wellness,
Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
Keywords: Parkland Health and Hospital System, Irving , Lactation Consultant (RN) - Women & Family Education - FT Days or FT Nights, Education / Teaching , Irving, Texas
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