Lead Lactation Consultant

TitleWhite Plains Hospital Job DescriptionLead Lactation ConsultantJob Code: 300258Department/Location:Maternal Child HealthFLSA Status: Non-exemptReports ToNurse Manager- Mother BabyPosition SummaryUnder the general direction of the Nurse Manager, the Lead Lactation Coordinator collaborates with other lactation consultants to provide patient care and education (parental, inpatient and outpatient), oversees regulatory processes related to human donor milk, and manages program and submissions related to the organization’s Baby-Friendly designation.Essential Functions And Responsibilities Includes The FollowingUnderstands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies, and Behaviors.Plans, implements and evaluates the Lactation orientation and in-service programs for nursing, providers, and other staff on an on-going basis to assure appropriate documentation and skill competency.Organizes patient education classes and outpatient lactation resources.Ensures Human Donor Milk program is in alignment with regulatory agencies via documentation and compliance with established policies and proceduresDirects baby-friendly initiative in partnership with WPH providers and administrators to ensure the compliance and maintenance of the designationCollects, analyzes, and disseminates data related to infant feeding and best practices.Provides direct patient care as a staff nurse as needed.Utilizes appropriate steps in the decision-making process to include recognition and priority setting related to patient care and unit-based issues. Addresses issues with appropriate actionsCollaborates and communicates with the health care teamIntegrates patient rights into work practiceUtilizes and monitors methods of Infection ControlDevelops and participates in Performance Improvement initiativesCompletes competency requirements as well as CERP requirements to maintain IBCLC CertificationAttends and participates in mandatory in-services.Attends and presents at staff meetings as required/requestedUtilizes cost containment practicesAdheres to all WPHC policies and procedures including dress code, code of conduct, customer service, attendance and submission of annual physicalsFunctions as a resource person regarding lactation issues, to hospital staff, physicians and patientsPerforms all other related duties as assigned.Education & Experience Requirements Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with current New York registration.BSN Degree required.Knowledge of current nursing, lactation, medical and health trends and practices in rendering of patient careCertification from the IBCLE (International Board of Certified Lactation Examiners) with a certification of IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) BLS, NRP and ACLS certification is required.Successful completion of Department and Unit Orientation ProgramsCore Competencies Teamwork & AdaptabilityActs as a Professional Role ModelAssessment SkillsExcellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written)Attention to DetailPlanning & OrganizingSound Problem Solving, Judgement and Decision-Making SkillsStress TolerancePhysical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) database and may be accessed through thehospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS database can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc. Position requires ability to move about freely at least 85 per cent of the time. Must be able to remain stationary for extended/prolonged periodsFrequently moves/transports objects up to fifty (50) pounds and must be able to move patients of all weights with a minimum of one (1) assist or assistive device/equipment Must be able to work in environment with continuous interruptionsMust be able to assess and respond to rapidly changing situational needs of patients, department and hospitalMust be able to adapt in a high stress and fast-paced environment with multiple interruptionsMust be able to detect sounds and respond to emergency sounds/signals at all timesMust be able to constantly operate computer, equipment and other devicesPosition requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruptions and attend to tasks for more than sixty minutes at a time.Individual must be able to understand and relate to theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given during the course of a dayPrimary Population ServedCheck Appropriate Box(s) Belowx Neonatal (birth – 28 days)x Patients with exceptional communication needsx Infant (29 days – less than 1 year)x Patients with developmental delaysx Pediatric (1 – 12 years)x Patients at end of lifex Adolescent (13 – 17 years)x Patients under isolation precautionsx Adult (18 – 64 years)x Patients with cultural needsGeriatric (> 65 years)x All populationsx Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbiditiesNon-patient care populationThe responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.Salary Range: $122,531-157,793 Based on FT employment