What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lactation Consultant, CHOC at Mission - NICU (Per Diem) position at CHOC Children's?
Work Location
Mission Viejo, California
Work Shift
Day – 08hrs (United States of America)
Why CHOC?
At CHOC Children’s, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC Children’s can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC Children’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC Children’s can take you.
Job Summary
This position is per diem.Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the Lactation Consultant provides clinical expertise, support, and education to nursing dyads within a family centered care environment. Regularly participates in professional activities including lectures, staff training, and research.
Qualifications
Required:
- 2 years experience in direct patient care.
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
- Graduate of an accredited program in nursing, dietetics, occupational therapy, or speech/language pathology AND International Board Certified Lactation Consultant or Graduate from an an ILCA approved academic program in human lactation and breastfeeding that is at least one academic year in length and includes clinical practice assignments beyond the required clinical practice experience.
- Knowledge of and ability to provide appropriate family-centered patient care based upon age appropriateness and cultural needs.
- Excellent customer satisfaction skills; care with sensitivity and respect.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully provide/promote safe care within the parameters of licensure and regulatory requirements, practice requirements and hospital systems.
- Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner.
- Ability to set goals and evaluate results in accordance with the highest standards.
- Promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission.
- Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Power Point and Excel).
Preferred:
- NICU experience.
- 2 years experience as a lactation consultant.
- Experience with electronic health records.
