Lactation Consultant Job at Granville Health System, Oxford, NC

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  • Granville Health System
  • Oxford, NC

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Lactation Consultant to provide comprehensive breastfeeding support to new mothers and their infants in both a hospital labor and delivery setting and outpatient pediatric practices. The Lactation Consultant will work closely with healthcare providers to promote, educate, and support breastfeeding as a vital part of newborn care and overall health.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Hospital Labor and Delivery Unit :
  • Provide bedside lactation support and education to new mothers and their families immediately after birth.
  • Assist with the initiation of breastfeeding within the first hours of life.
  • Assess and address breastfeeding difficulties, such as latching problems, milk production concerns, and infant feeding behavior.
  • Collaborate with labor and delivery nurses, physicians, and other healthcare staff to ensure continuity of care.
  • Document patient progress and interventions in the hospital's electronic medical record (EMR) system.
  • Provide discharge planning and breastfeeding resources for mothers as they transition home.
  • Provide staff education to support continuity of care.
  • Outpatient Pediatric Practices :
  • Offer follow-up lactation consultations for new mothers experiencing ongoing breastfeeding challenges (e.g., latch issues, mastitis, low milk supply).
  • Monitor infant growth and feeding progress in collaboration with pediatricians.
  • Educate parents on breastfeeding techniques, benefits of breastfeeding, and infant nutrition.
  • Conduct breastfeeding workshops and educational sessions for new and expecting parents.
  • Maintain accurate patient records, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the clinic’s EMR system.
  • Work closely with pediatricians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans for breastfeeding families.
  • Provide staff education to support continuity of care.

Qualifications:

  • Education :
  • Current IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) certification required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Health Education, or a related field preferred.
  • Experience :
  • At least 2 years of clinical experience in lactation consulting.
  • Experience working with both inpatient (hospital) and outpatient (clinic) populations preferred.
  • Skills :
  • In-depth knowledge of breastfeeding techniques, newborn development, and maternal health.
  • Strong communication skills to educate and support new mothers and families.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
  • Proficient in the use of electronic medical records (EMR).

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