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Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Department:

500317 Lactation Consult-Nursing/SMH

Work Shift:

UR - Rotating (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCA 215 H

Compensation Range:

$37.93 - $49.31

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under the direction of leadership, is accountable for provision of competent direct patient care based on established standards. Contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system at the unit level. Supports peers in the delivery of patient care services and assumes an expanded role which may include charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member responsibilities.

FT (36 hours) Day/evening with holiday and weekend commitment per unit needs

A great opportunity to build a team for mothers in our community with complex breastfeeding needs!

Flexibility a must in a fast-paced and evolving program! In the inpatient setting, the CLC will work independently and as part of a team, seeing patients with complex breastfeeding issues that require high levels of care, e.g. babies with prematurity, failure to thrive, mothers with low milk supply, infections, complex medication regimens and surgeries, etc.  In addition, the CLC supports breastfeeding starts, challenges, and meet the needs of feeding plans for at-risk or high risk neonates.  Promotion of breastfeeding and supporting staff through education and empowerment are also critical pieces of this position. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in lactation care for complex maternal-infant dyads, an understanding of medical concerns in breastfeeding, as well as being detail-oriented, reliable, and competent and facile with electronic documentation tools.  The CLC is expected to be an excellent communicator with patients and families, and provide timely feedback and follow up planning to Pediatric and Obstetrical services. The CLC will also have the opportunity to serve as a resource to other members of the team including learners and observers. RN with CLC or IBCLC certification required.

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