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St. John's Riverside Hospital

Certified Lactation Consultant (RN)

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St. John's Riverside Hospital

Yonkers, US · Full-time · $85,000 – $115,000

About this role

St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities, the hospital maintains a unique network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service.

St. John's has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's. Its commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospital's vision, mission and value, built around an early foundation of nursing and community service.

The Certified Lactation Consultant helps breastfeeding women and families define and achieve their breastfeeding goals. Breastfeeding education and counseling are an integral part of the care provided, enhancing the knowledge and strengths of the breastfeeding woman and her support systems.

St. John's Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust their care to the organization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor in Nursing preferred
  • Currently licensed and registered to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York
  • Certification as a Lactation Consultant by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners required
  • Certified in Neonatal Resuscitation

Responsibilities

  • Help breastfeeding women and families define and achieve their breastfeeding goals
  • Provide breastfeeding education and counseling as an integral part of care
  • Enhance the knowledge and strengths of the breastfeeding woman and her support systems
  • Establish priorities based on individual needs of each breastfeeding mother, infant, child and family
  • Develop a plan of care based on individual concerns and problems and arrange for follow-up evaluation
  • Respect the unique cultural and ethnic attitudes toward breastfeeding in patient populations
  • Collaborate with other health care disciplines to coordinate patient care and discharge plans
  • Maintain effective communication with staff, physicians, clients and families