Lactation Consultant provides lactation support and education to patients and families. May plan and lead breastfeeding classes for expecting mothers. Being a Lactation Consultant is responsible for identifying and correcting lactation problems, and advising physicians and healthcare providers on lactation problems experienced by patients. Requires an associate degree in nursing or equivalent. Additionally, Lactation Consultant requires Registered Nurse (RN) License. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Lactation Consultant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
St. John’s Regional Medical Center located in Oxnard California is a recognized as a Top 250 Hospital in the Nation and as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care by Healthgrades. St. John’s Regional is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. Learn more at www.dignityhealth.org/StJohnsRegional.
In keeping with the Dignity Health's health care philosophy the certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) is an expert in the management of the breast-feeding mother-baby dyad acting as coach consultant teacher and lactation expert. Provides education to patients and staff in formal and informal settings. The incumbent works collaboratively with the Maternity Center Neonatal Intensive Care Pediatrics and OB nursing care teams to develop feeding plans for a range of infants from the normal newborn to the complex neonate. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to provide continuity of care upon discharge. The position provides inpatient and outpatient lactation support and services to breast- feeding mothers / infants by physician or nurse referral. Participate in interdisciplinary performance improvement and clinical research to promote evidence based lactation services and to improve clinical outcomes. Participates in the development implementation and evaluation of standards of practice guidelines policies procedures and protocols within area of lactation and breastfeeding to meet goals and objectives of St. John's Regional Medical Center.
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