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Job description
Lactation Consultant
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule: PRN
Shift: Day-Weekend (United States of America)
Address: 601 E Rollins St
City: Orlando
State: Florida
Postal Code: 32803
Job Description:
Schedule: PRN
This role requires travel to AdventHealth Orlando, AdventHealth Winter Park, AdventHealth Altamonte Springs, AdventHealth Winter Garden, and AdventHealth Celebration
Participates in community education opportunities regarding breastfeeding, research projects, speaking engagements, and other company committees.
Keeps supplies clean and orderly according to policy and reports any needed supplies or educational materials to the supervisor.
Works in various lactation centers, providing private consultations, answering the breastfeeding help line, facilitating weekly mother/baby luncheons, and selling breastfeeding products.
Plans and presents prenatal breastfeeding classes, collects evaluations, and makes necessary changes to improve classes.
Provides accurate and consistent information to clients and patients regarding breastfeeding and company policies and procedures.
Attends staff meetings and seminars to stay updated on the latest research and shares information with colleagues and staff.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Communicates effectively (Required)
Skilled in teaching adults and adolescents (Preferred)
Triage care based on patient needs (Required)
Organizational Skills (Required)
Skill and proficiency in applying highly technical principles, concepts, and techniques that are central to the profession (Required)
Skill in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for the breastfeeding mother and baby acquired through 1-2 years of experience as a lactation consultant (Preferred)
Current research information regarding Breastfeeding (Preferred)
Maternity nursing and Newborn nursing knowledge (Preferred)
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing (Required)
Ability to use Interpreter service appropriately (Required)
Additional languages preferred, especially Spanish (Preferred)
Education:
Associate's of Nursing (Required)
Bachelor's of Nursing (Preferred)
Work Experience:
1+ acute care hospital (Preferred)
2+ maternity or newborn experience (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications:
Registered Nurse (RN) (Required)
Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) (Required)
Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) (Required)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) (Preferred)
Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC) (Preferred)
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
$33.08 - $58.04
Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)
Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Worksite address
winter park, FL, 32792, US
Who can apply
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