As the largest hospital in San Luis Obispo County, Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center strives to produce optimal outcomes and exceptional patient experiences to the community it serves. With 164 beds and hundreds of physicians, Sierra Vista puts advanced technology into the hands of experienced medical specialists to deliver quality healthcare to Central Coast residents and visitors. Its distinct, high-level services include neurosurgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, perinatology (high-risk pregnancy), neonatology (high-risk newborn care), pediatrics and trauma. Sierra Vista houses the largest Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit between Santa Barbara and Salinas, the only dedicated pediatric unit in San Luis Obispo County and serves as the county�s designated trauma center. Sierra Vista is recognized as a leader in orthopedics, cancer care and is a Joint Commission accredited primary stroke center. Sierra Vista is fully accredited by The Joint Commission and has been serving the community since 1959.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits including a matching 401(k), several health & dental plans to choose from, generous tuition assistance plans, and relocation assistance for select positions.

Summary:

The Lactation Educator is responsible for assessing, educating and assisting with patients and families who have demonstrated or expressed special needs for lactation assistance in collaboration with the patients primary nurse and physician.

Required Training/Education/Experience/Certification:

A.S. or equivalent required, B.A./B.S. Prefered

(1) Current California RN License; BLS and NRP (within 6 months of Hire) (2) Certification as Lactation Educator; (3) IBCLC - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Experience working with neonates and performing physicial assessments.
Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Organizational and multi-tasking skills are essential. Must be fluent in spoken and written English and preferably Spanish. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

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