Lactation Consultant IBCLC

1w1 week ago

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

US · Part-time · $35 – $55/hr

About this role

Participates as interdisciplinary patient care team member to provide lactation services and education to meet needs of identified patient population within the scope of the medical center’s mission and values. Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals committed to making kids better today and healthier tomorrow. Every team member is essential to this mission.

Demonstrates expertise in care of mothers/infants with complex breastfeeding problems and determines breastfeeding plan for children requiring hospitalization. Evaluates positive signs of lactogenesis, latching on, adequacy of breast milk intake, and issues with breasts or pumping equipment. Implements appropriate teaching interventions based on infant’s clinical condition and mother’s progress.

Implements standards of care and policies for breastfeeding management, including quality control in breast milk collection, transport, storage, and feeding. Designs procedures for nourishment of breastfeeding mothers and procurement of lactation equipment. Monitors inpatient lactation management standard of care and access to electric breast pumps.

Assists in assessing, planning, and evaluating teaching materials for breastfeeding used by patients and healthcare providers. Directs lactation training and education of clinical staff through competency-based programs. Join a people-first culture where Children always come first.

Requirements

Experience in pediatric populations from birth through early childhood
Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, Education, Nursing, or related field
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/services appropriate to the age of patients served
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of lactation equipment procurement and maintenance
Ability to design and monitor inpatient lactation management standards
Competency in evaluating breastfeeding goals and infant clinical conditions

Responsibilities

Demonstrates expertise in care of mothers/infants with complex breastfeeding problems
Determines breastfeeding plan and provides instruction and support to mothers breastfeeding children requiring hospitalization
Evaluates positive signs of lactogenesis and latching on
Evaluates adequacy of breast milk intake and determines appropriate goals
Evaluates and monitors any problems or complaints related to breasts or pumping equipment
Implements standards of care and policies and procedures for breastfeeding management
Designs, implements, and monitors policies for breast milk collection, transport, storage, and feeding
Directs lactation training and education of clinical staff