CHRISTUS Health is hiring: RN, Registered Nurse Lactation Consultant - Health In

Description Summary: The Registered Nurse Lactation Counselor provides expert lactation support and education to breastfeeding mothers and infants, utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care. This role involves providing in-person consultations, telephone follow-ups, and outpatient services to address lactation challenges, enhance breastfeeding success, and ensure mothers and infants receive optimal care. The Lactation consultant works closely with lactation counselors, physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care, provide education, and ensure continuity of lactation support after discharge. The role also includes patient education, staff training, and promotion of lactation resources. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Patient Education and Counseling: Educate mothers and families about proper breastfeeding techniques, infant feeding cues, and the benefits of breastfeeding. Develop and implement personalized care plans that support breastfeeding success. Provide emotional support and encouragement to empower families to meet their breastfeeding goals. Document all interactions, assessments, and care provided in accordance with hospital policies and patient privacy regulations. Offer timely and responsive assistance to mothers requiring follow-up care, ensuring they feel supported in their breastfeeding journey. Collaboration and Coordination of Care: Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless continuity of care for breastfeeding families. Communicate and coordinate effectively with hospital staff to ensure lactation needs are addressed during hospital stays and post-discharge. Follow up with patients to monitor progress, address any concerns, and adjust care plans as needed. Outpatient Lactation Support: Provide individualized lactation support to mothers and infants through outpatient follow-up, including in-person visits and telephone consultations. Assess breastfeeding techniques, infant latch, milk supply, and overall breastfeeding goals. Address common lactation challenges, including sore nipples, low milk supply, latch issues, and breastfeeding pain, using evidence-based strategies. Provide guidance and support for mothers and infants experiencing more complex issues. Training and Education for Staff: Assist in the training and education of hospital staff, including nurses and other healthcare providers, to ensure accurate and consistent lactation information is provided to patients. Promote best practices in lactation care across the hospital through in-service training and educational resources. Program Development and Improvement: Contribute to the development and improvement of lactation services, ensuring they align with current evidence-based guidelines. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. Additional Responsibilities: Carries out other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field preferred Experience In hospital experience preferred Outpatient follow-up care experience preferred In-depth knowledge of lactation practices, breastfeeding management, and maternal-infant health required Must have strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills to address patient needs effectively Excellent communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills required Must be able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and support diverse patient populations Strong organizational and documentation skills needed Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN License in the state of employment or compact required IBCLC (International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant) certification required BLS (Basic Life Support) required. In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification, and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time

In Summary: The Registered Nurse Lactation Counselor provides expert lactation support and education to breastfeeding mothers and infants . This role involves providing in-person consultations, telephone follow-ups, and outpatient services to address lactation challenges, enhance breastfeeding success, and ensure mothers and babies receive optimal care . The role also includes patient education, staff training, and promotion of lactation resources .

En Español: Descripción Resumen: El Asesor de lactancia para enfermeras registrado proporciona apoyo y educación experto en la lactancia a las madres que amamantan, médicos, personal de enfermería y otros proveedores de atención sanitaria, utilizando el proceso de lactanza para evaluar, planificar, implementar y evaluar los cuidados individualizados. Este papel incluye proporcionar consultas personales, seguimiento telefónico y servicios ambulatoriales para abordar los desafíos de la lactencia, mejorar el éxito de la amamantamiento y garantizar que madres e infantes reciban una atención óptima. Ofrecer asistencia oportuna y receptiva a las madres que requieren atención de seguimiento, asegurándose de que se sientan apoyadas en su viaje de lactancia materna. Colaboración y coordinación de la atención: Colaborar con médicos, enfermeras y otros proveedores de salud para garantizar una continuidad sin interrupciones del cuidado de las familias amamantadoras. Comunicarse y coordinarse eficazmente con el personal hospitalario para asegurar que se aborden las necesidades de lactación durante sus estadías en el hospital y después de su alta. Seguir al paciente para monitorear los progresos, abordar cualquier preocupación y ajustar los planes de atención según sea necesario. Apoyo de lactanza ambulatoria: brindar apoyo individualizado a la lactancia por parte de madres e infantes mediante un seguimiento extraordinario, incluidas visitas personales y consultas. Promover técnicas de lactitud materna, prácticas de acondicionamiento de bebés, suministro de leche, y proporcionar orientación general al personal sanitario. Abordar los desafíos comunes proporcionados, incluyendo problemas relacionados con la alimentación mamaria, reducir las emisiones y adaptar los planos de atención como es necesario. Desarrollo y Mejora del Programa: Contribuir al desarrollo y mejora de los servicios de lactancia, asegurando que se alineen con las pautas basadas en la evidencia actuales. Participar en iniciativas y auditorías de mejoras de calidad para mejorar los resultados y la satisfacción del paciente. Responsabilidades adicionales: Llevar a cabo otras tareas según lo asignado. Requisitos de trabajo: Educación/Habilidades Licenciada en Enfermería (ADN) Se requiere una licenciatura en enfermería o un campo relacionado Preferido Experiencia hospitalaria preferida Experiencia ambulatoria experiencia de seguimiento de atención preferida Conocimiento profundo de prácticas de lactanza, gestión de amamantamiento y salud materna-infante Es necesario tener una sólida evaluación clínica y habilidades críticas de pensamiento para abordar eficazmente las necesidades del paciente Excelente asesoramiento e interpersonal Habilidades requeridas Deben ser capaces de trabajar de forma multidisciplinaria en el equipo respectivo y obtener certificados de licencia de vida, certificaciones de registro de pacientes, Certificación BLSC, etc. Horario de trabajo: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Tipo de trabajo