Lactation Consultant Full Time Days

Summary
The Lactation Consultant / LC is a Registered Nurse who, using critical thinking skills, directs and evaluates patient care activities occurring within her/his assigned area of demonstrated clinical expertise. The Lactation Consultant / LC must have the ability to lead and motivate professional and ancillary staff to develop their breastfeeding practice, knowledge and skill base, while coordinating with other members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care. The Lactation Consultant / LC will support plans, programs and schedules as directed by the lead lactation consultant

Position Requirements/Qualifications: (including required licensure/certifications, education and job knowledge / experience)

Education

• Minimum: Associates Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program
• Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Nursing

Experience

• 3-5 years clinical experience for this Lactation Consultant role
• Must have advance knowledge of perinatal nursing practices, anatomy and physiology, pregnancy, labor, birth, lactation, infant care and clinical breastfeeding issues
• Able to demonstrate exceptional communication, collaboration, teamwork and flexibility
• Serves as role model for delivery of excellent patient care and customer service

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current Certification by International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLC)
• Current Florida Registered Nurse/ RN License
• American Heart Association: BLS; NRP

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