Lactation Consultant
Full Time
Castle Rock, CO 80109
$32.18 - $54.41 an hour
Posted Today
Job description
Welcome to Centura Health:
Job Summary:
Responsible for the assessment and management of breastfeeding mothers and babies, particularly, those with problems or concerns. Exercises independent judgment in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of nursing processes and procedures concerning lactation patient and her infant. Supports training and support of new associates on breastfeeding techniques and standards of care; serves as a subject matter expert to the units in their facility.
Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Schedule: It would be 2-3 shifts per week. The shifts are 4-6 hours depending on our census that day. It would be days and evenings and some weekends. This is rotated among the 3 Lactation consultants
Your Connected Community:
At Centura Health, we’re on a mission to heal individuals and uplift communities. We have locations throughout Colorado, Utah, and western Kansas, giving you opportunity to grow your career and impact the communities you serve. We deliver the same high standard of care to our employees as we do to our patients. With 25 hospitals, home care and hospice care, medical clinics, flight care, telehealth and over 100 physician practices, join us where your opportunities are endless!
Flourishing Begins Here:
The Labor and Delivery/Postpartum Department at Castle Rock Adventist Hospital has 13 beds and performs 75-90 deliveries per month. Our specialty is Labor Delivery and Postpartum where we care for families as they bring their new addition into their lives. We were awarded the distinction of being one of the top 200 Obstetric hospitals for 2020 in Newsweek.
We have a very cohesive team that considers each other family. Each team member jumps in when
needed to help the unit. We encourage staff members to continue their education and get their
certificates in their area of interest. Candidates need to be motivated and self-starters.
We have a very cohesive team that considers each other family. Each team member jumps in when
needed to help the unit. We encourage staff members to continue their education and get their
certificates in their area of interest. Candidates need to be motivated and self-starters.
Job Summary:
Responsible for the assessment and management of breastfeeding mothers and babies, particularly, those with problems or concerns. Exercises independent judgment in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of nursing processes and procedures concerning lactation patient and her infant. Supports training and support of new associates on breastfeeding techniques and standards of care; serves as a subject matter expert to the units in their facility.
Will need to demonstrate a developing knowledge and skills relevant to lactation and adult learning
principles. Basic knowledge of Adult Learning Principles needed to plan, implement and
present/facilitate education for clients and/or hospital staff. Experience demonstrating the competent assessment, treatment, and care of all ages, including, neonates.
What You Bring/Job Requirements:
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- RN License required; Current state nursing licenses or Registered Nurse license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact,
- Colorado Only: RNs working in Colorado under a multi-state license must obtain their CO RN license within 30 days of establishing residency, i.e., drivers license, register to vote, etc. Compact to Compact. Upon issuance of a new multistate license, the former license is inactivated. For more information visit Colorado Board of Nursing - Compact Licensure
- Nursing Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing required; Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing required for new graduates, preferred for experienced RN's
- BLS from the American Heart Association required
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1-2 years lactation experience
- 3 years nursing experience required.
- Prior lactation training and/or certification preferred
- IBCLC- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant required
Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Schedule: It would be 2-3 shifts per week. The shifts are 4-6 hours depending on our census that day. It would be days and evenings and some weekends. This is rotated among the 3 Lactation consultants
Your Connected Community:
Situated between Denver and Colorado Springs, Castle Rock Adventist Hospital is a recently-built 90-bed acute care hospital and Level III Trauma Center providing comprehensive health care to the greater Castle Rock community and surrounding areas. From experienced emergency services to special deliveries in our state-of-the-art Birthplace with a Level II NICU, this hospital was built as a true community partnership between Centura Health and the people of Castle Rock. Area residents not only look to this hospital for care, but enjoy visiting its community gardens, outdoor spaces and restaurant. The ER is one of the busiest in the area - staffed with board-certified emergency physicians and specialty-trained emergency nurses. Our on-site imaging includes MRI, CT, ultrasound, X-ray and digital mammography. If you are looking for the close-knit feel of a modern, neighborhood hospital in a picturesque, family-oriented community that offers the very best of Colorado living, explore our opportunities.
Pay Range:
$32.18 - $54.41 / hour
Caring for Your Whole Well Being:
At Centura, we offer incredible benefits that impact mind, body, and spirit to eligible associates. Our total rewards are designed with your well-being in mind and include Health Insurance Plan Options, Dental, Vision, 401K with generous matching, a Daycare FSA that includes a company contribution, Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Forgiveness and so much more! While you are applying be sure to also consider our generous benefits packages as part of your overall compensation! You can view our benefits in Colorado, Kansas, and New Mexico HERE, or for benefits in Utah look HERE.
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