RN Lactation Consultant - Part-Time

1w1 week ago

UVA Health

Manassas, US · Part-time · $32 – $45/hr

About this role

The RN Lactation Consultant at UVA Health provides guidance to patients, families, team members, and community in delivering education, information and training. This role responds to individualized needs in accordance with current policies and procedures. The position supports the whole person approach to care.

Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention with focus on lactation. Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.

Demonstrates superior interpersonal and communication skills while working within a team. Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers. Participates in regular staff meetings to support patient goals.

Monitors quality of core processes in department and applies safety and infection control principles. Identifies opportunities to improve processes based on feedback from staff and customers.

Requirements

Current RN license in Virginia
IBCLC certification or equivalent lactation consultant credential
Experience providing lactation education and support in maternity settings
Knowledge of breastfeeding assessment, latch techniques, and milk supply management
Ability to synthesize patient data for individualized care plans
Strong interpersonal skills for patient and family education

Responsibilities

Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention
Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention
Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs
Monitors quality of core processes in department
Applies the principles of safety and infection control to ensure the safety of all patients
Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals
Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers
Identifies opportunities to improve processes based on feedback from staff and customers