Lactation Consultant RN, Part Time, Evenings at Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley

Pleasanton, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Oct, 26

Salary

79.33

Posted On

05 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Breastfeeding Support, Bottle-feeding Education, Patient Teaching, Clinical Liaison, Adult Learning Principles, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communication, Customer Service, Joint Commission Standards, Quality and Safety Control

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Evening - 10 Hour (United States of America) Job Summary Under general supervision of the Lactation Center Coordinator performs in the activities of the Lactation Center, including daily patient rounds. Acts as a clinical liaison between the Lactation Center and Maternal Child staff and Physicians. Essential Functions The essential functions listed below are general examples and not a description of comprehensive duties. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing nature or scope of this position or level of responsibility. May be asked to perform other duties as assigned. Engages in staff teaching and development and patient teaching regarding breast-feeding and bottle-feeding. Uses flexible approaches to teaching based on assessment of learner’s needs and the principles of adult learning. Assists other staff in initiating a plan to meet identified learning needs. Subject matter expert, acting as a resource to other staff members in problem identification and resolution. Utilizes opportunities for incidental teaching with staff members (i.e. during report, at the bedside, during discussions). Assists with the development of unit educational programs and learning aids. Participates in hospital work teams and special projects as assigned. Assists in orientation of new staff by acting as co-care giver or consultant. Participates in presenting information at staff meetings. Practices cost effective use of staff and supplies and suggests alternate approaches for increasing cost-effectiveness. Works with Lactation Center coordinator to set goal for self and department in relation to performance management. Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford Health Care – Tri-Valley patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions Job Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing BSN preferred Completion of Certified Lactation Consultant/Educator training required Experience Five plus years clinical experience, including newborns and breastfeeding mother’s care License/Certification Current CA R.N. License BLS – Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association. IBCLC preferred NRP preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate among all levels of the Hospital Ability to read, write and understand the English Language Strong interpersonal skills Strong customer service skills Strong working knowledge of joint commission, quality and safety control standards Knowledge of principles of growth and development Proven problem solver Physical Demand and Working Conditions The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley (SHCTV) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $58.72 - $79.33 per hour The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage. Few great things are ever truly done alone. Performing at the highest level and achieving your best requires support and a team of dedicated people focused on doing amazing things every day. If that sounds like the environment you’ve been looking for, then we’ve got a place for you. Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley is seeking outstanding allied health, business, and nursing professionals to join our world-class team. Supported by a devoted staff and a progressive culture, we offer the freedom, opportunity, and respect your talent deserves. Not every job offers this; but here, we don’t know how to work any other way. We invite you to join our team! If you are currently employed at Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley, please click here to apply for transfer and promotion opportunities.

Responsibilities

Performs daily patient rounds and acts as a clinical liaison between the Lactation Center, Maternal Child staff, and physicians. Provides education on breastfeeding and bottle-feeding to patients and staff while assisting in the development of unit educational programs.