RN​/Registered Nurse​/Lactation Consultant​/L&D

Responsibilities

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work.

A hospital is only as good as its caregivers. That's why we're looking for health professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We  looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.

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Position: Registered Nurse / RN / Lactation Consultant / L&D / Full Time

Summary

The Lactation Educator is to provide/secure care required by the breastfeeding population and is available on a consultation basis as requested by obstetricians and pediatricians. The Lactation Educator provides opportunities for the formal and informal growth and development of the nursing staff concerning aspects of lactation and represents Northwest Texas Healthcare System in the community as a breastfeeding liaison and resource contact.

The RN assures provision of family centered care to an assigned patient population in a professional manner, utilizing the nursing process and the principles of continuous quality improvement in collaboration with other health team members. The Lactation Consultant supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence standards to all customer group.

• Develops, implements, and evaluates a plan of care for the breastfeeding mother.
• Maintains professional behavior when dealing with issues or conflicts, utilizing appropriate resources, as needed.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and employees.
• The Lactation Consultant will assess risks to patient safety and implement the appropriate precautions.
• The Lactation Consultant will comply with appropriate and approved standards, as outlined by the organization and accrediting agencies.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune;

and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Certification by and accredited lactation Education/Consultation Training Program.
• Minimum of two (2) years nursing experience in Newborn Nursery or NICU.
• Current license or permit to practice nursing in the State of Texas
• Possess current BLS certification upon hire and maintain certification throughout employment
• NRP within 6 months of employment and maintain certification throughout employment

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