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Carson Tahoe

LACTATION CONSULTANT PER DIEM RN

Carson Tahoe, Carson City, Nevada, us, 89702


Description

US:NV:Carson City Womens Services Unit

Per Diem

About Carson Tahoe Health

CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.

Summary

Assists in the development, organization and activities of the lactation service program for inpatients and outpatients. Assists in the coordination of the lactation program with other team members and acts as a resource person. Assists in the coordination of in-service education and community education. Participates in coordination of community events and conferences. Demonstrates clinical expertise, professional judgment and knowledge of the breast-feeding dyad. Involved in providing education and support to breast-feeding mothers and their families prenatally, post-partum and outpatient and hospitalized breast feeding infants or lactating women. Provides documentation, implementation modalities and communication concerning the breast-feeding dyad for the physician and nursing staff. Acts as a consultant and researcher for the nursing staff, physicians, and breast-feeding dyad. Provides breast-feeding care and evaluation to women of reproductive age, lactating women and their breast-feeding offspring, ages newborn through the toddler and possibly pre-school years. Participates in outreach programs as needed and/or requested.

Qualifications

Required

Registered Nurse licensure in the State of NevadaGraduate from an accredited lactation educator programCurrent International Board of Lactation Consultant CertificationObtains NRP certification within the first 180 days of hire and maintains thereafter

Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada

Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the worldEnjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishingJust next door is Beautiful Lake TahoeWe are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system

Our Benefits

No State Income TaxMedical, Dental, Vision, FSA, TelehealthPaid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company ContributionTuition ReimbursementReferral BonusesOn Site Education & Certification ProgramsBase Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced DegreesFree Calm App Subscription