Certified Lactation Consultant (RN) - Full Time at Memorial Medical Center summary:
The Certified Lactation Consultant (RN) at Memorial Medical Center provides comprehensive patient care, focusing on lactation education and support. This role includes administering treatments, documenting care, and advocating for patients' rights while promoting ethical standards in healthcare. The position requires a current RN license, a bachelor's degree, and additional certifications to ensure high-quality care in a supportive and welcoming environment.
Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed hospital offering a spectrum of care, including diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis.
Where We Are: From national parks and monuments to one of the top-rated farmer's markets in the country, Las Cruces offers a world filled with natural wonder, year-round excitement and historic proportions of fun. We are known for our safe and affordable living conditions, outstanding educational system, and friendly people.
Why Choose Us: - Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
- And much more
Position Summary :
The role involves providing comprehensive patient care, including administering treatments, assisting with daily activities, and monitoring patient conditions. It includes documenting care, educating patients and families, advocating for patient rights, and ensuring ethical standards are met. The role also emphasizes leadership in care delivery, promoting patient well-being, managing pain, and offering lactation education to both patients and healthcare staff.
Qualifications and requirements Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:
- Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
- ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
- One year of experience preferred
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP)
- IBCLC
EEOC Statement :
Memorial Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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