Lactation Consultant

Responsibilities

Utilize the nursing process to develop and implement a lactation-specific plan of care for the breastfeeding / human milk feeding family to promote optimal patient outcomes. Meets the educational needs of mothers and their families, utilizing sound principles of teaching/learning. Serves as a clinical resource for the education and consultation needs of the care team. Participates in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree BSN and 3-5 years experience as a nurse on a pediatric medical floor, pediatric intensive care unit, neonatal intensive care unit, or a mother/baby unit. One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Employees must obtain International Board Certified Lactation Consultant or equivalent within 1 year. Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire Benefits at Children's Mercy The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits. Starting Pay Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $34.43/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience. Remote Work/Work from Home This is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on-site hours at a Children’s Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area. EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free. CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.