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- We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: ABSMC-Ashby Campus Position Overview:
- The Lactation Consultant is responsible for providing lactation consultation and education for breastfeeding mothers at Alta Bates Medical Center regardless of age, race, religion, ability, and economic or social status.
- The Lactation Consultant has excellent assessment and implementation skills to assist the breastfeeding mother attain her individual goals.
EDUCATION Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Required. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE RN-Registered Nurse of California Required BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Required CLE-Certified Lactation Educator Required IBCLC-International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, within 2 years of employment Required EXPERIENCE Minimum of two years of experience in perinatal nursing or perinatal education Preferred.
Minimum two years of experience counseling breastfeeding women Preferred. Experience supporting breastfeeding in NICU preferred SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Excellent communication skills Excellent maternal/infant assessment skills Ability to effectively prioritize work responsibilities Excellent documentation skills Effective teaching skills Flexibility in a changing environment Job
Day/Evening
Short Hour Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend
As Needed, Every other Weekend
No Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 8 Employee Status: Short Hour Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
is $90.58 to $126.81 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program.
Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
About the role
The Lactation Consultant is responsible for providing lactation consultation and education for breastfeeding mothers at Alta Bates Medical Center regardless of age, race, religion, ability, and economic or social status.