Description:
JOB PURPOSE:
Assessment and evaluation of the breastfeeding couplet. This includes planning, implementing and evaluating care based on this assessment. Provides and coordinates lactation assistance, education, and support to antepartum, post-partum, and neonatal patients (inclusive of adolescents and adults) through the use of the nursing process in accordance with standard nursing practice and established nursing policies and procedures. Monitoring couplet to prevent and solve breastfeeding problems and to provide an environment that effectively supports the breastfeeding families. Providing patient/staff education and support in all aspects of lactation management.
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Qualifications:
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Graduate of a School of Nursing
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
2 years experience in Maternal Child area.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Current GA RN License
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLC) Breastfeeding Certification Required.
BLS Certification Required.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Required.
