What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Lactation Consultant - Washington Township - Maternity - PT/Varied position at Kettering Health?
Overview
Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.
Campus Overview
Kettering Health Washington Township
- Kettering Health Washington Township, formerly Southview Medical Center, has served the South Dayton, Ohio suburbs including Centerville, Kettering, West Carrollton, Moraine, Miamisburg, Springboro, Bellbrook, and Waynesville for over 40 years.
- KH Washington Township is a 123 licensed-bed hospital and medical campus that is conveniently located off I-675.
- Our full-service hospital includes maternity care, emergency services, hand trauma center, and specialty services located within the adjacent medical offices.
- In 2020, KH Washington Township received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
- Received 5 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association.
Responsibilities & Requirements
Responsibilities
The RN Lactation Consultant for Mother Baby is responsible for:
- Providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers
- Coordinates educational activities to facilitate quality age specific patient care and customer satisfaction; supports the mission, purpose, goals, and policies/procedures of the Division of Patient Care and the organization.
Qualifications
Applicants Must Have:
- Current RN license in the state of Ohio
- IBCLC Certification
- Lactation Consultant experience preferred
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (ACEN or CCNE)
- BLS Certification required upon hire
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred (must be completed within 5 years of hire)
- ACLS, NRP, PALS as determined by unit scope of practice – if required, may be obtained upon hire
