Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) is a private, nonprofit community-based healthcare system that provides advanced care to a 21-county region in North Florida and South Georgia. We are a career destination with nearly 6,000 colleagues who reflect the diversity of our community.
TMH is the region’s healthcare leader and top provider of advanced care with a 772-bed acute care hospital and the region’s only:
Level II Trauma CenterJoint Commission Comprehensive Stroke CenterLevel III Neonatal Intensive CarePediatric Intensive CareThe most advanced cancer, heart and vascular, orthopedic & surgery programs in the PanhandleOur system also includes a psychiatric hospital, multiple specialty care centers, four residency programs and nearly 40 affiliated physician practices.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACTYour Role:
Responsible for provision and coordination of in- and out-patient breastfeeding needs, updating resources and documentation. Responsible for training the staff and community in breastfeeding techniques.Assess/plans/implements/evaluates individualized teaching plans for patients with specific learning needs with consideration of age specific needs and behaviors of the patient population served.Identifies discharge planning needs; makes appropriate referrals.Provides telephone counseling service, as needed.Documents patient interventions.Assists nurses and other health professionals in their patient breastfeeding assessment and intervention skills.Maintains current and accurate patient breastfeeding materials and resources.Participates in relevant committees and planning boards.Orients students and staff to lactation program.Offers formal and informal staff educational programs in the area of lactation. Provides current and accurate resource information to staff as indicated.Provides resources/information to individuals or community groups. Participates in community education activities and programs.Attends seminars, workshops and conferences related to clinical specialty. Reads current professional publications. Consults with other healthcare professionals.Reports To:
RN/Nurse Manager (Job Code (JC): 031001) WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO APPLYRequired Education:
Graduate of an approved school of NursingPreferred Education:
Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing Advanced Training in Certified Lactation Consultant ProgramRequired Experience:
Two (2) to five (5) years of Nursing ExperiencePreferred Experience:
Two (2) to five (5) years of Obstetrical Nursing Experience One (1) to two (2) years as a Lactation ConsultantRequired Certification/License/Registry:
Registered Nurse Licensed in the State of FloridaPreferred Certification/License/Registry:
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant -Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, background check, reference verification, health assessment, and credential/license verification.
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