Lactation Consultant RN

Location: Baylor University Medical Center (BUMC) | Downtown Dallas, Texas

Schedule/Shift: FT Days | 7a- 7p | Three 12hr shifts per week

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

As a Lactation Consultant RN, you'll create a breastfeeding plan. Educate parents and staff, update protocols, and provide consultation. Ensure infants and parents are well by guiding them in breastfeeding.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Encourage breastfeeding for infant health. Offer consultations, materials, and classes to help parents and the medical team.
• Evaluate parent and baby interest in breastfeeding.
• Provide specialized help for mothers. Offer bedside consultations and follow-up visits in the hospital.
• Keep the medical staff updated, providing education about breastfeeding protocols, care plans, and recent information.
• Document all the teachings and responses, and communicate these findings to the relevant staff members.
• Regularly assess the efficiency of the breastfeeding program and make necessary changes if required.
• Participate in collecting data and reporting on neonatal outcomes, specifically those related to breastfeeding.
• Provide parents with information and demonstrations about breast pump rentals or purchases, if required.

Key Success Factors

• You must give good care to moms and babies. Show respect for diversity. Modify patient care plans as needed.
• You must work autonomously without supervision.
• Good written and oral communication skills are essential for this job.
• Interacting positively with diverse people is crucial.
• Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills are necessary.
• You need basic computer skills. Use software, enter data, keep records secure, and scan with a handheld device.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• ADN (Associates Degree in Nursing) minimum.
• (2) two years of true, direct Mother/Baby/Postpartum (level III or higher) RN experience.
• (1) One year of relevant Lactation Consultant RN experience.
• You need to be certified or licensed in various areas which include:
• BLS Certification.
• Registered Nurse.
• Certified Lactation Consultant or International Lactation Certification. CLC: Certified Lactation Consultant OR IBCLC: International Lactation Certification.