JPS Health Network
Lactation Consultant PRN
JPS Health Network, Fort Worth, Texas, United States, 76102
Who We Are JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.
Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performanceoutcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.
Why JPS? We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:
1.
Own it.
Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.2.
Seek joy.
Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.3.
Don't be a jerk.
Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.
When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!
For more information, visit www.jpshealthnet.org.To view all job vacancies, visit www.jpshealthnet.org, www.jpshealthnet.org/careers, or www.teamacclaim.org.
Job Title:
Lactation Consultant PRN
Requisition Number:
37019
Employment Type:
PRN
Division:
WOMENS NURSING
Compensation Type:
Hourly
Job Category:
Allied Health
Hours Worked:
Location:
John Peter Smith Hospital
Shift Worked:
Job Description:
Job Summary:
The Lactation Consultant PRN is responsible for the delivery of quality patient care through the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation with a focus on education. This position participates as an essential member of the healthcare team providing education, support, and lactation therapy for the breastfeeding of inpatient and/or outpatient mothers.Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities:Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to optimize the numbers of breastfeeding and breast milk- feeding infants and provides education for staff on protocols, care plans, and general breastfeeding information and updates.Develops and implements standards of care and guidelines for assisting breastfeeding mothers in all areas of the District where breastfeeding mothers might be served (Emergency Department, OB-GYN inpatient unit, Family Health Centers, Employee Health Clinic, Women's Health, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, etc.).Provides and coordinates patient care, educates patients and public about various health conditions, and provides advice and emotional support to patients and family members.Maintains accurate, detailed reports and records and directs care with regard to age and developmental stage, presenting complaint, and pertinent history.Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses. Monitors, records, and reports symptoms and changes in patients' conditions. Documents teaching and consultation and response in the medical record. Reports findings to appropriate staff.Plans, oversees and coordinates patient family and staff breastfeeding activities.Participates in community activities which support, educate and promote the benefits of breastfeeding.Participates in quality improvement and research processes which result in the improvement of clinical interventions.Assesses infant's readiness to breastfeeding/breast milk feeding.Provides education to parents who are interested in breastfeeding/breast milk feeding to include bedside consultation, classes, reading materials, or other methods identified as needed. Provides education for prenatal and postpartum breastfeeding mothers and assists with the education of District employees on the subject of lactation support.Participates in discharge teaching instructions related to breastfeeding/breast milk feeding.Provides telephone counseling to breastfeeding/breast milk feeding mother's in the community.Responsible for supporting the Performance Improvement process and involvement within the department. Includes evaluation and improvement in the areas of outcomes, access, education, satisfaction, and costs.Serves as a resource person for physicians, Clinical Nurse Managers, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, nurses & other healthcare providers in order to promote optimal care.Maintain required Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPS) towards recertification.Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.3 plus years of experience in peer counseling working in a healthcare setting.
OR
3 plus years of experience providing professional breastfeeding support.ANDCurrent International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)Current JPS-recognized CPR certification and must be maintained throughout employment.Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 90 days of hire.Completion of department-specific competency-based orientation program within 90 days of hire.Preferred Qualifications:
None
Location Address:1500 S. Main StreetFort Worth, Texas, 76104United States
Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performanceoutcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.
Why JPS? We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:
1.
Own it.
Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.2.
Seek joy.
Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.3.
Don't be a jerk.
Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.
When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!
For more information, visit www.jpshealthnet.org.To view all job vacancies, visit www.jpshealthnet.org, www.jpshealthnet.org/careers, or www.teamacclaim.org.
Job Title:
Lactation Consultant PRN
Requisition Number:
37019
Employment Type:
PRN
Division:
WOMENS NURSING
Compensation Type:
Hourly
Job Category:
Allied Health
Hours Worked:
Location:
John Peter Smith Hospital
Shift Worked:
Job Description:
Job Summary:
The Lactation Consultant PRN is responsible for the delivery of quality patient care through the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation with a focus on education. This position participates as an essential member of the healthcare team providing education, support, and lactation therapy for the breastfeeding of inpatient and/or outpatient mothers.Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities:Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to optimize the numbers of breastfeeding and breast milk- feeding infants and provides education for staff on protocols, care plans, and general breastfeeding information and updates.Develops and implements standards of care and guidelines for assisting breastfeeding mothers in all areas of the District where breastfeeding mothers might be served (Emergency Department, OB-GYN inpatient unit, Family Health Centers, Employee Health Clinic, Women's Health, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, etc.).Provides and coordinates patient care, educates patients and public about various health conditions, and provides advice and emotional support to patients and family members.Maintains accurate, detailed reports and records and directs care with regard to age and developmental stage, presenting complaint, and pertinent history.Modifies patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses. Monitors, records, and reports symptoms and changes in patients' conditions. Documents teaching and consultation and response in the medical record. Reports findings to appropriate staff.Plans, oversees and coordinates patient family and staff breastfeeding activities.Participates in community activities which support, educate and promote the benefits of breastfeeding.Participates in quality improvement and research processes which result in the improvement of clinical interventions.Assesses infant's readiness to breastfeeding/breast milk feeding.Provides education to parents who are interested in breastfeeding/breast milk feeding to include bedside consultation, classes, reading materials, or other methods identified as needed. Provides education for prenatal and postpartum breastfeeding mothers and assists with the education of District employees on the subject of lactation support.Participates in discharge teaching instructions related to breastfeeding/breast milk feeding.Provides telephone counseling to breastfeeding/breast milk feeding mother's in the community.Responsible for supporting the Performance Improvement process and involvement within the department. Includes evaluation and improvement in the areas of outcomes, access, education, satisfaction, and costs.Serves as a resource person for physicians, Clinical Nurse Managers, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, nurses & other healthcare providers in order to promote optimal care.Maintain required Continuing Education Recognition Points (CERPS) towards recertification.Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.3 plus years of experience in peer counseling working in a healthcare setting.
OR
3 plus years of experience providing professional breastfeeding support.ANDCurrent International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)Current JPS-recognized CPR certification and must be maintained throughout employment.Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 90 days of hire.Completion of department-specific competency-based orientation program within 90 days of hire.Preferred Qualifications:
None
Location Address:1500 S. Main StreetFort Worth, Texas, 76104United States