Lactation Consultant - RN - Women Services at Trinity Health

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Breastfeeding Support, Patient Education, Collaboration, Assessment, Counseling, Program Development, Training, Perinatal Services

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Works independently and collaboratively with members of the perinatal healthcare team to provide services to breastfeeding families. Provides Breastfeeding Support Services to patients, nursing staff, community and physicians. Functions as a member of the Prenatal Education Services Team. Magnet designated facility with active shared decision making councils. We continuously strive to improve outcomes and provide exceptional experiences for our patients, staff, and community Day-1 Benefits low-cost benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 403B retirement and more. Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Up to 18 days of PTO your first year! Daily Pay Options What you will need: Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) Current Registered Nurse Licensure in the State of Michigan Certified: Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) by the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice (ALPP) Preferred: International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLC) (required within 2 years) RN with three years experience in a perinatal services What you will do: Develop, implements and evaluate breastfeeding educational programs for patients and families, prenatally and postpartum Provides breastfeeding assessment, support and counseling to inpatients and outpatients Provide ongoing education and training for Birth Center staff and physicians Collaborates with Birth Center staff and leadership to develop, implement and update, as needed, standards of care related to breastfeeding. What you will work Part time 24 hours per week Day shift 8a-4:30p and some 9a-5:30p Occasional evenings Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement breastfeeding educational programs for patients and families, providing assessment and support. Collaborate with staff to update standards of care related to breastfeeding.