Lactation Consultant (non RN) - Women's Services at Legacy Health – SILVERTON, Oregon

Legacy Health

Lactation Consultant (non RN) - Women's Services

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled
US-OR-SILVERTON

Job ID: 26-46668
Type: Part Time - Benefitted
Silverton Medical Ctr campus

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.

Legacy Silverton Medical Center serves the heart of the Willamette Valley with a wide mix of services, many not typically available in a community hospital: CT scan (computerized tomography), nuclear medicine, echocardiography, family birth center and much more.

Responsibilities

The Lactation Consultant provides assessment, assistance, and support of infant nutrition, particularly breastfeeding, to infants, adult and adolescent mothers, and families. The Consultant provides education to staff and physicians, as well as to the community. The Consultant works closely with physicians and staff, and, promotes collaboration and communication. The Consultant participates effectively in the daily operations of both inpatient and outpatient care.

Qualifications

Education:

As required for certification and licensure. BSN or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

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 health record (EHR) applicable to job responsibilities/functions.