Location: Baylor University Medical Center (BUMC) | Downtown Dallas, Texas

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Schedule/Shift: FT/Days | 7a- 7p

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About Us

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At Baylor Scott & White Health, we support the health of people, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is Texas' largest nonprofit healthcare system, encouraging healthy living.

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Our Core Values are:

\n\nWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.\nWe never settle by constantly striving for better.\nWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.\nWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.\n\n

Benefits

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Our competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides:

\n\nEligibility on day 1 for all benefits\nDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%\nDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access
to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more\nImmediate access to time off benefits\n\n

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority. 

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Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

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Job Summary

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As a Lactation Consultant RN, you'll create a breastfeeding plan. Educate parents and staff, update protocols, provide consultation. Ensure infants and parents are well by guiding them in breastfeeding.

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What You'll Do

\n\nEncourage breastfeeding for infant health. Offer consultations, materials, and classes to help parents and medical team.\nEvaluate parent and baby interest in breastfeeding.\nProvide specialized help for mothers. Offer bedside consultations and follow-up visits in hospital.\nKeep the medical staff updated, providing education about breastfeeding protocols, care plans, and recent information.\nDocument all the teachings and responses, and communicate these findings to the relevant staff members.\nRegularly assess the efficiency of the breastfeeding program and make necessary changes if required.\nParticipate in collecting data and reporting on neonatal outcomes, specifically those related to breastfeeding.\nProvide parents with information and demonstrations about breast pump rentals or purchases, if required.\n\n

What Will Make You Successful In The Role

\n\nYou must give good care to moms and babies. Show respect for diversity. Modify patient care plans as needed.\nYou must work autonomously without supervision.\nGood written and oral communication skills are essential for this job.\nInteracting positively with diverse people is crucial.\nGood problem-solving and critical thinking skills are necessary.\nYou need basic computer skills. Use software, enter data, keep records secure, and scan with a handheld device.\n\n

Belonging Statement

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-We believe all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.  Our workforce should reflect our communities.

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Qualifications

\n\nAssociate degree, preferably in nursing.\nA minimum of (2) two years of experience in Lactation Consultant and Mother/Baby (level III or higher) RN experience.\nYou need to be certified or licensed in various areas which include:\nBLS Certification.\nRegistered Nurse.\nCertified Lactation Consultant or International Lactation Certification.CLC: Certified Lactation Consultant OR IBCLC: International Lactation Certification.\n