LACTATION CONSULTANT/RN Centennial Hills

Responsibilities Centennial Hills Hospital is a member of The Valley Health System, a network of six acute care hospitals that provide care for patients throughout Southern Nevada and nearby communities. Located in northwest Las Vegas, the 336- bed hospital offers a wide range of healthcare services including emergency care, surgical services, cardiovascular and neurological care, women's health, maternity and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and specialty programs in stroke, chest pain, orthopedics, advanced wound care and hyperbaric medicine, and outpatient physical therapy.
Job Description:
Provides coordination of patient and staff education to support, protect, and promote breastfeeding.
Qualifications Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
Experience:
Minimum of ten (10) years nursing experience, at least one (1) year in obstetric setting with focus on the breast feeding process.
Technical Skills:
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the current Nevada State Board of Nursing Practice.
License/Certification:
Current RN license in the State of Nevada. Association with professional nursing associations related to practice. Current IBCLS/IBCLC or CLC certification required.
Other:
Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.
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