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Legacy Health

RN Lactation Specialist - Women's Services

Legacy Health, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97201


RN Lactation Specialist - Women's Services

US-OR-PORTLAND

Job ID:

24-39416Type:

On-Call (10% Differential and Min Shift Availability Required)Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel

Overview

The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Randall Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanuel is a regional center for the care of infants, children and teens. We offer unrivaled pediatric expertise in a state of- the-art facility designed exclusively for children. From routine care to the most complex cases, pediatricians

and families trust us to provide the most advanced medical and surgical care for kids.

Responsibilities

The RN Lactation Specialist provides assessment, assistance, and support of infant nutrition, particularly breastfeeding, to infants, adult and adolescent mothers, and families.

The Specialist provides education to staff and physicians, as well as to the community.

The Specialist works closely with physicians and staff, and promotes collaboration and communication.

The Specialist participates effectively in the daily operations of both inpatient and outpatient care.

Qualifications

Education:As required by licensure. BSN or degree in progress strongly preferred. BSN may be required for specific assignments; experienced RNs without a BSN may be hired based on clinical experience with approval of the site CNO.

Skills:Demonstrated ability of expert interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community.Demonstrated ability to teach effectively.Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION:Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

Compensation details:

45.98-68.68 Hourly Wage

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