Registered Nurse (Rn), Lactation Consultant - Pt/Days (8Hrs)

Title: Registered Nurse (RN), Lactation Consultant

Location: Laguna Hills, CA

Department: LDRP - Lactation Support Services

Status: Part-Time (PT)

Shift: Days (8hr shifts)

Pay Range: $57.31/hr - $89.96/hr

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups - consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Saddleback Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Saddleback Medical Center's strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities.

The RN, Lactation Consultant is a licensed professional breast feeding specialist trained to teach patients and families how to feed their baby safely and effectively. This position aids in assisting patients who experience any difficulties while breastfeeding. The Lactation Consultant is responsible for perinatal education and patient support regarding current breastfeeding practices and techniques. Utilizing their knowledge and experience this position is responsible for establishing a positive first impression of the Women's and Children's Departments.

• Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness are our passion at MemorialCare-that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Experience

• Professional healthcare experience specifically working with the lactation process
• 1-2 Years of lactation experience preferred
• Computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proficient in Electronic Medical Record systems such as EPIC preferred

Education

• Current California RN license required
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred
• Professional healthcare experience specifically working with the lactation process required
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Card issued by the American Heart Association required
• Certified Childbirth Educator preferred
• Certified Lactation Educator or Consultant preferred (IBCLC certification)