72880BR

Auto req ID:

72880BR

Department:

13725 - MFS Lactation Consultation

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse in the Obstetrical Department delivers direct patient care utilizing the Nursing Process to patients with obstetrical, and neonatal health needs. He or she collaborates with other health professionals in coordinating patient care and provides direction to other non-licensed personnel within the department. Is responsible for applying the nursing process in the care of the breastfeeding mother and infant, with a focus on clinical assessment and support of lactation needs, encouragement, education and consultation. The RN lactation consultant possesses professional knowledge of the breastfeeding process, antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum health care and psychosocial issues. Knowledge of premature infants and from newborns to toddlers. Possesses knowledge of the breastfeeding care and educational principles, practices, procedures and techniques required to assess learning needs, develop an educational plan, and teach/counsel staff, patients and family members and evaluate the effectiveness of the instruction.

Buffalo, NY

Location:

Millard Fillmore Suburban

Recruiter:

Maryellen Demmy

Minimum or Preferred Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited program in nursing required and American Heart Association-Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire and must be maintained thereafter. Existing WCHOB RNs must acquire BLS certification as part of the training and orientation to OCH. Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing or Specialty certification required, if one is absent upon hire or transfer into the position it must be obtained within three (3) years. Lactation Consultant – American Academy of Pediatric NRP within one year and must maintain thereafter. 1 year of experience in RN position in Mother Baby, Lactation, NICU or Labor & Delivery within past 3 years required. Registered Nurse upon hire required. IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) is the first preference. If absent upon bidding, must be obtained within two years of hire/transfer effective 6/10/14 and remain current and active. If IBCLC is absent upon bidding, CLC (Certified Lactation Counselor) is the second preference.

Status:

Part Time

Shift:

Nights

Scheduled Work Hours:

6:45p-7:15a

Salary Range:

$43.77-$56.01 per hour Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Grade:

RN3

Position:

RN Lactation Consultant

Union Code:

15 - CWA 1168 Millard Suburban RN

Bi-Weekly Hours:

36

Weekend/ Holiday Requirement:

Weekend and/or Holiday Scheduling Required

Key Words:

RN

Sign-on Bonus Eligible:

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus!

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