The Lactation Consultant is a lactation coach consultant and teacher who works collaboratively with staff and providers within Womens and Infants services to develop feeding plans for newborns. Working under close supervision this role uses current lactation theories and research to develop holistic evidence-based breast feeding support and feeding plans that address individual feeding issues. This role serves the following patient age categories: newborns infants adolescents and adults.
Responsibilities
Collaborates with other Womens and Infants services professionals and care teams to develop evidence-based feeding plans using current lactation theories and research as well as the infants nutritional requirements while respecting the familys breast-feeding goals. Conducts breast feeding assessments to initiate an implementation breast feeding plan with the support of hospital staff evaluates the effectiveness of the plan and revises the plan as necessary. Provides lactation support and consultation services to breast feeding mothers / infants by physician or nurse referral. Assists in developing implementing and evaluating patient education resources and programs in order to improve their effectiveness. Supports with leading evidence-based breast-feeding classes and breast-feeding support groups. Maintains a safe environment and responds appropriately to emergencies and safety hazards. Performs other duties as assigned.
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