Lactation Consultant - L&D

2d2 days ago

Tenet Healthcare

Boca Raton, US · Part-time · $85,000 – $110,000

About this role

The Lactation Consultant is a Registered Nurse who, using critical thinking skills, directs and evaluates patient care activities occurring within her/his assigned area of demonstrated clinical expertise. The LC leads and motivates professional and ancillary staff to develop their breastfeeding practice, knowledge, and skill base. This role ensures coordination with other health care team members for quality patient care.

Daily responsibilities include supporting plans, programs, and schedules as directed by the lead lactation consultant. The LC applies advanced knowledge of perinatal nursing, lactation, and infant care to address clinical breastfeeding issues in Labor & Delivery. Patient care focuses on pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum support.

St. Mary's Medical Center provides a supportive and collaborative environment with advanced technology. Team members work together to deliver exceptional patient care and make a positive impact. The LC serves as a role model for excellent patient care and customer service.

Join a dedicated team prioritizing health, professional development, and work-life balance. Opportunities include career development and continuing education. Comprehensive benefits support long-term growth in midwifery and maternity care.

Requirements

3-5 years clinical experience
Advanced knowledge of perinatal nursing practices, anatomy and physiology, pregnancy, labor, birth, lactation, infant care, and clinical breastfeeding issues
Current Certification by International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLC)
Current Florida RN License
American Heart Association BLS and NRP
Demonstrate exceptional communication, collaboration, teamwork, and flexibility
Serve as role model for delivery of excellent patient care and customer service

Responsibilities

Direct and evaluate patient care activities in lactation expertise area
Lead and motivate professional and ancillary staff to develop breastfeeding practice, knowledge, and skill base
Coordinate with health care team members to ensure quality patient care
Support plans, programs, and schedules as directed by lead lactation consultant
Provide lactation support to Labor & Delivery patients
Address clinical breastfeeding issues using perinatal nursing knowledge
Educate on anatomy, physiology, pregnancy, labor, birth, and infant care

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts, healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance