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Location

Gresham, Oregon

Salary

$40 - $57 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Lactation Consultant provides assessment, assistance, and support for infant nutrition and breastfeeding to mothers and their families. They also provide education to staff, physicians, and the community while participating in daily inpatient and outpatient operations.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a current state license and IBCLC certification from the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners. A BSN or Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, along with strong interpersonal and teaching skills.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificateTeachingCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsPatient educationClinical collaborationBreastfeeding supportLactation consultingElectronic health record navigationInfant nutrition assessment

Job description

  • Overview The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families.
  • Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers.
  • Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team.
  • In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy.
  • Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive?
  • If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.
  • Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center is East County’s full-service hospital, always expanding to meet the community’s growing needs and offering an award-winning patient experience delivered with a personal touch.
  • We offer advanced imaging, a modern emergency department, surgical services, intensive care, cancer care, gastroenterology and more.

Responsibilities

Provides patient care within an assigned department/unit Functions as a member of the health care team in collaboration with and under the direction of the clinical manager or designee Adheres to the relevant Standards and Scope of Practice for the Registered Nurse Performs all aspects of the nursing process: Assesses, analyzes, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care Follows established patient care standards set by Legacy Health System, including standards for patient assessment & patient transfer.

Qualifications

Education: As required by licensure. BSN or degree in progress strongly preferred. BSN may be required for specific assignments; experienced RNs without a BSN may be hired based on clinical experience with approval of the site CNO.

Experience

One-year registered nursing experience or completion of either the Legacy Health RN Residency program or a nursing program that is equivalent in content, curriculum and duration. Additional clinical experience requirements may vary dependent upon the specific department in which the position is utilized.

Skills

  • Demonstrated ability of positive interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community. Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions. Licensure Current applicable state RN license required. BLS for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association required. Pay Range USD $54.37 - USD $81.21 /Hr. Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  • To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you