RN - LACTATION

RN - LACTATION

Calvert Health Prince Frederick, Maryland, United States

RN - LACTATION

• JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS
  • Job Summary:
    • To assess, plan, implement the nursing care to meet the patients' needs, by following the appropriate policy and procedures of the assigned department.
  • Education:
    • Position requires completion of a Diploma Nursing Program or an Associate Degree in Nursing (AA) or higher.
    • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, IBCLC Certification by International Board of Lactation Consultatnt Examiners.
  • Registration/Certification/Licensure:
    • Unexpired state licensure from Maryland Board of Nursing or compact state board of nursing
    • IBCLC certification
    • Registered Nurse Certification in specialty, preferred
  • Experience:
    • Position requires a minimum of one year direct experience in Labor/Delivery, OR circulator role, Post Partum and Newborn Nursery. CPR and NRP required. Maryland state RN license required. PACU experience preferred.
  • Other Requirements:
    • Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and/or any other department requirements. CPR required within 30 days of hire.
    • NRP required within 6 months of hire. Demonstrated proficiency of computer skills necessary to effectively complete position requirements to include Microsoft Office applications with an emphasis on Excel, Access, Word and Outlook. Previous experience and demonstrated professionalism in effectively communicating with internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing, and in promoting a positive work atmosphere. Ability to work independently, prioritize concurrent projects, meet deadlines, follow through with deliverables, and produce quality work.
      
      Effectively communicates with all patient populations and staff by implementing organization-wide communication techniques as a daily practice. Effectively advocates for quality patient safety and satisfaction as a daily practice.