Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
PRN
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Address:
1500 SW 1ST AVE
City:
OCALA
State:
Florida
Postal Code:
34471
Job Description:
Pay: PRN is a set rate of $49.08/hr plus shift differentials
Primary hours: Afternoons/evenings
Typical shifts: 1:00 PM–9:30 PM or 2:00 PM–10:30 PM
Minimum commitment: 4 shifts per scheduling period, including 1 being a weekend day
Additional shifts may be available based on department needs
Potential opportunity to transition to part-time in the future, based on department needs and productivity
- Supports other consultants as needed. Participates in community education opportunities regarding breastfeeding, research projects, speaking engagements, and other company committees.
- Keeps supplies clean and orderly according to policy and reports any needed supplies or educational materials to the supervisor.
- Greets all patients in a friendly, professional manner.
- Exemplifies AdventHealth’s core values of Keep Me Safe, Make It Easy, Love Me, and Own It through behavior.
- Conducts rounds on the maternal/infant units and other units with lactating mothers, evaluating and encouraging the nursing dyad by providing support and professional advice.
- Maintains thorough and appropriate records and documentation.
- Works in various lactation centers, providing private consultations, answering the breastfeeding help line, facilitating weekly mother/baby luncheons, and selling breastfeeding products.
- Plans and presents prenatal breastfeeding classes, collects evaluations, and makes necessary changes to improve classes.
- Provides accurate and consistent information to clients and patients regarding breastfeeding and company policies and procedures.
- Attends staff meetings and seminars to stay updated on the latest research and shares information with colleagues and staff.
- Collaborates with hospital staff and provides in-service programs upon request.
- Follows CDC isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand hygiene according to policy, and enforces safety regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Communicates effectively [Required]
- Skilled in teaching adults and adolescents [Preferred]
- Triage care based on patient needs [Required]
- Organizational Skills [Required]
- Skill and proficiency in applying highly technical principles, concepts, and techniques that are central to the profession [Required]
- Skill in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for the breastfeeding mother and baby acquired through 1-2 years of experience as a lactation consultant [Preferred]
- Current research information regarding Breastfeeding [Preferred]
- Maternity nursing and Newborn nursing knowledge [Preferred]
- Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing [Required]
- Ability to use Interpreter service appropriately [Required]
- Additional languages preferred, especially Spanish [Preferred]
Education: - Associate's of Nursing [Required]
- Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]
Work Experience: - 1+ year acute care hospital [Preferred]
- 2+ years maternity or newborn experience [Required]
Licenses and Certifications: - Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
- Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
- Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) [Required] OR International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) [Required]
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) [Preferred]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements -https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2
Pay Range:
$34.32 - $63.84
Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)
Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.