RN Lactation Consultant | Weekend Incentive Program | IBCLC Required

Job Description - RN Lactation Consultant | Weekend Incentive Program | IBCLC Required (2400026X)DescriptionThe RN II - Lactation Consultant will be responsible for assessment, planning, education, and discharge planning for lactation counseling. They act as a resource for staff to promote quality nursing care through advocacy, research, and education.All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, CNMC Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. CNMC supports the development of the RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well-being of the community at large.QualificationsMinimum EducationBachelor's Degree (Required)Minimum Work Experience3 years Neonatal nursing experience (Required)1 year Experience as a lactation consultant (Required)Required Skills/KnowledgeMust successfully complete hospital and nursing orientation at CNHRequired Licenses and CertificationsRegistered Nurse (Required) IBCLC (Required)Functional AccountabilitiesProfessional Practice and ResearchParticipate in/Support Shared Nursing LeadershipContribute to CNH's Magnet JourneyAccountable to support/participate in the Division of Nursing's Performance Improvement ProcessParticipate in community activitiesEducationMaintain knowledge of lactation procedures and necessary equipmentDevelop and manage lactation education and support programsEnsure lactation education and guidelines are based on evidence of best practiceProvide lactation education to CNH staff membersSupport lactation efforts of CNH employeesProvide resources for parent and staff education and evaluate effectiveness on a continual basisNursing ProcessPerform assessments of lactation concerns/issues with inpatient familiesAccountable to implement strategy for the advancement of successful lactationDocument individual assessments, teaching, and plan of care in medical recordResponsible for oversight of family lactation areasCommunicationCommunicate lactation counseling follow-up with interdisciplinary teamAttend interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to plan of careServe as a consumer advocate for patient/family concernsMaintain patient confidentiality at all timesLeadershipAdapt to change in a professional mannerModel clinical leadership in a team environmentMaintain positive demeanor and productive work ethicOrganizational AccountabilitiesOrganizational Commitment/IdentificationTeamwork/CommunicationPerformance Improvement/Problem-solvingCost Management/Financial ResponsibilitySafetyPrimary Location

District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations

CN Hospital (Main Campus)111 Michigan Avenue NWWashington 20010Job

NursingPosition Status

R (Regular) - PT - Part-TimeWork Schedule: Sat-SunJob Posting

Aug 16, 2024, 2:50:13 PMFull-Time Salary Range

68806.4 - 125174.4Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a “drug-free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession, or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees, and contractors).

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