Lactation Consultant

Cleveland Clinic Health System

Cleveland, OH, US
Direct lactation care provision
Mother-baby dyad assessment
Evidence-based feeding plan development
The role involves providing comprehensive breastfeeding care and support to families in need at Fairview Hospital

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing comprehensive breastfeeding care and support to families in need at Fairview Hospital.
  • Candidates will work rotating day and evening shifts to assist mothers and infants with feeding issues.
  • The position requires maintaining knowledge of current lactation theories and research while designing patient education programs.

Matching Summary

The role involves providing comprehensive breastfeeding care and support to families in need at Fairview Hospital.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct lactation care provision
  • Mother-baby dyad assessment
  • Evidence-based feeding plan development
  • Patient education delivery
  • Community outreach support

Nice-to-have

  • Research and community involvement
  • Staff education experience
  • Perinatal nursing background
  • Ambulatory care counseling
  • Inpatient breastfeeding management

Key Requirements

  • IBLCE educational/licensing requirements
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 6 months
  • Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) upon hire
  • IBCLC certification within 24 months
  • One year hospital or community nursing experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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