RN -Lactation Consultant - Women Services

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Works independently and collaboratively with members of the perinatal healthcare team to provide services to breastfeeding families.

Provides Breastfeeding Support Services to patients, nursing staff, community and physicians. Functions as a member of the Prenatal

Education Services Team.

Magnet designated facility with active shared decision making councils. We continuously strive to improve outcomes and provide exceptional experiences for our patients, staff, and community

• Day-1 Benefits low-cost benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 403B retirement and more.

• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Up to 18 days of PTO your first year!

• Daily Pay Options

What you will need:

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current Registered Nurse Licensure in the State of Michigan
• Certified: Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) by the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice (ALPP)
• Preferred: International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLC) (required within 2 years)
• RN with three years experience in a perinatal services

What you will do:

• Develop, implements and evaluate breastfeeding educational programs for patients and families, prenatally and postpartum
• Provides breastfeeding assessment, support and counseling to inpatients and outpatients
• Provide ongoing education and training for Birth Center staff and physicians
• Collaborates with Birth Center staff and leadership to develop, implement and update, as needed, standards of care related to breastfeeding.

What you will work

• Part time
• 24 hours per week
• Day shift
• 8a-4:30p and some 9a-5:30p
• Occasional evenings

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.