RN-LACTATION EDU Position Available In Pearl River, Mississippi

RN-LACTATION EDU 3.3 3.3

out of 5 stars Picayune, MS

JOB SUMMARY

: The Clinical Educator / Lactation Counselor serves as a unit based educator, learning facilitator, change agent, collaborator, leader, communicator, advisor, mentor, researcher and consultant to assigned unit(s) and other areas within the health system as deemed necessary. This person ensures optimal patient outcomes through clinical and professional leadership and role-modeling, coaching, consultation, collaboration, education, and quality improvement initiatives. The Clinical Educator / Lactation Counselor will be an educational resource for staff in collaboration with the Director of Obstetrics. This person will employ evidence-based educational activities and programs for staff and patients, evaluate effectiveness and appropriateness of educational activities and programs, oversee initial and ongoing competency progress, maintain documentation for educational records, perform other education related assignments and assist with quality improvement initiatives as directed by the Director of Obstetrics. Application of adult learning principles and the use of a variety of teaching and learning styles must be evident in all educational activities and programs. This person will be knowledgeable of how to communicate and interact with individuals of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs and generational differences. In addition to staff and patient education, this person will conduct needs assessments of mothers and infants for breastfeeding complications and/or knowledge deficits and provide counseling, education and resources to these mothers.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Includes the following expectations and any other duties as assigned. Demonstrates effective teaching and presentation skills Displays excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrates ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Windows efficiently. Analyzes issues, trends, and supporting data to determine the educational needs of individuals, unit and organization. Collects data and information to validate an identified gap in professional practice and to determine the specific knowledge, skill, or practice deficit or opportunity. Identifies desired outcomes of an educational program/plan. Establishes a plan that explains strategies, timeline, and resources needed to achieve the expected outcomes of a program. Prepares and implements plan efficiently, timely, and professionally. Coordinates educational activities and initiatives, as deemed necessary. Facilitates positive learning and practice environments. Serves as a role model through the demonstration of positive team behaviors and encouraging staff self-development. Serve as a consultant in hospital initiatives, quality improvement projects, and other areas where opportunity for change exist. Collaborates with the inter-professional teams, leaders, and others to facilitate nursing practice and positive outcomes. Maintains expertise in area of service. Completes and maintains educational records per Education and Hospital Policy and ANCC Approved Provider criteria. Ensures confidentiality of employee performance and records. Maintains a flexible work schedule in order to be available and visible to all staff/shifts. Coordinates and delivers training and education to appropriate staff related to improving the culture of safety Assess breastfeeding using a multi-faceted approach. Use counseling skills and techniques that are supportive to breastfeeding mothers and babies. Construct and maintain conditions that predispose mothers and babies to an uncomplicated breastfeeding experience through counseling, education, and support. Assess for, monitor and evaluate physical, behavioral, cultural and social conditions that predispose mothers and babies to a complex breastfeeding experience. Identify and advocate for aspects of breastfeeding management programs that facilitate optimal health outcomes. Work to increase breastfeeding rates and advocate for societal change in attitudes and behavior regarding breastfeeding. Identify medical problems or other common barriers to successful breastfeeding. Establish rapport with and motivate individuals form diverse cultural and social-economic backgrounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Skills:

Bachelor degree in Nursing from an accredited non-online institution preferred or enrollment and completion within three years of hire date required. Master degree in nursing or adult education preferred.

Work Experience :

Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience required. Experience in Women’s and Children’s Health preferred. Certification/Licensure

• DUE UPON HIRE

  Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS Additional Certification/Licensure-obtained based on the required timeframe below Basic Life Support

• Within 30 Days of Employment Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Within 90 days of Employment Neonatal Resuscitation Program
• Within 90 days of Employment NIH Stroke Scale
• Within 90 days of Employment Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• Within 6 months of Employment Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
• Within 6 months of Employment STABLE Course
• Within 6 months of Employment Certified Lactation Counselor
• Within 1 year of Employment Neonatal Resuscitation Program Instructor
• Within 1 year of

Employment Mental Demands:

Frequent periods of concentration required with attention to detail. Opportunity for diversification of tasks.