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Lactation Consultant (RN)

Saint Joseph Medical Center
United States, Illinois, Joliet
Nov 06, 2024

Lactation Consultant (RN)
Facility

Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet



Location

US-IL-Joliet

ID
2024-180896

Category
RN

Position Type
Full Time

Shift
Days

Job Type
Non-Exempt



Overview

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf



Responsibilities

The Lactation Consultant will provide skilled lactation care and instruction to breastfeeding mothers and infants throughout the healthcare facility, including inpatient and outpatient settings. Promotes breastfeeding and assists with facilitating change within the clinical settings using evidence-based care management. Contacts physician offices, patients and other departments as needed to facilitate patient care in the department. Orders breastfeeding/pump supplies for the unit and restocks supplies as needed. Accurately enters information and consults into the hospital Electronic Medical Record system. Manages CMQCC data. Does education for nursing staff. Helps facilitate educational classes for patients as well.



Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. IBCLC required within 6 months of hire.
2. RN license required.
3. Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
4. NRP (AAP) within 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
5. One to two years previous experience preferred.
6. Experience using computers for data management and entry.
7. EPIC experience preferred.



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