Lactation Consultant provides lactation support and education to patients and families. May plan and lead breastfeeding classes for expecting mothers. Being a Lactation Consultant is responsible for identifying and correcting lactation problems, and advising physicians and healthcare providers on lactation problems experienced by patients. Requires an associate degree in nursing or equivalent. Additionally, Lactation Consultant requires Registered Nurse (RN) License. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Lactation Consultant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Lactation Consultant to join our Family Birth Centerteam! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.
Position Summary: This certified lactation consultant provides education, support, and guidance to new mothers at Methodist Hospital through inpatient classes and consults as well as in an outpatient clinic setting.
Work Schedule: Casual position. Mostly day shifts, some evenings and weekends along with helping in Lactation Cafe coverage in the clinics.
Required Qualifications:
Benefits: Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!
,Job Identification: 102254
Job Category: Nursing - Hospital
Posting Date: 2024-03-20T15:38:30 00:00
Work Schedule: Casual position. Mostly day shifts, some evenings, some weekends, some help with cafe coverage in the clinics.
Hours Per Week/FTE: 0 hrs weekly / 0 FTE
Job Shift: Day
Position Type: On-Call/Casual
Job Category: Nursing - Hospital
Department: Nursing Lactation
Locations: Methodist Hospital