Job Description

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary

The Lactation Educator is responsible for assessing, educating and assisting with patients and families who have demonstrated or expressed special needs for lactation assistance in collaboration with the patients primary nurse and physician. This position is represented by CNA.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

  • Associate Degree(A.S.) or equivalent: Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing: Preferred
  • Experience working with neonates and preforming physicial assessments: Required

Licenses/Certifications

  • Current RN license in state of practice: Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification: Required
  • Certification as Lactation Educator: Required
  • IBCLC - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant: Required within 6 months of hire or transfer
  • Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of practice: Required
  • International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC): Required

Essential Functions

  • Assists with content development of policies and practices related to lactation. Initiates a multidisciplinary, goal oriented care plan for each pt with lactation issues in collaboration with members of the health care team and provides patient instruction based on that plan. Plan reflects knowledge and consideration of age specific and cultural differences. Evaluates the effectiveness of the care plan and revises interventions and goals to meet the changing needs of the patient.
  • Demonstrates skills in management of simple and complex breastfeeding problems. Compares and contrasts normal and abnormal patterns of sucking and swallowing and establishes and maintains lactation when baby is not feeding at the breast. Demonstrates knowledge and skill in applying counseling techniques to lactating women and significant others.
  • Refers clients to an appropriate health professional when the clinical management is beyond scope of practice. Utilizes most current sources to remain current in the field of lactation. Plans and coordinates educational offerings for staff to facilitate knowledge development regarding new trends related to and applicable to the lactating patient.
  • Prioritizes appropriately to meet the needs of the patients in the OB/GYN, NICU, Pediatric and Antepartum prior to discharge.
  • Completes legible, accurate and timely documentation of all education provided, including evaluation of patient's response to instruction. Assures maintenance of records and statistics related to lactation, including patient phone follow-up after discharge. Interfaces with community groups and individuals in a way that represents the hospital in positive and professional manners.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

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