RN Lactation Consultant (Relief, Days)
Company: StCharles
Location: Henderson
Posted on: October 3, 2021
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Job Description:
Typical pay range: $38.82 - $53.62 ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:
RN – Lactation Consultant – Family Birthing Center - Madras REPORTS TO
POSITION: Nurse
Manager
DEPARTMENT:
Family Birthing Center DATE LAST
REVIEWED:
12/5/2017 OUR VISION:
Creating America’s healthiest community, together OUR MISSION:
In
the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care,
better value OUR
VALUES:
Accountability, Caring and Teamwork DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The RN - Lactation
Consultant positions include bedside RNs on various units
throughout St. Charles Health System. These departments
provide 24/7 specialized care to patients throughout their
hospitalization and discharge. POSITION OVERVIEW: The RN provides
quality patient and family centered care as a member of the health
care team in accordance with St. Charles Health System mission,
philosophy, policies, and procedures. Applies standards for
professional nursing practice and focuses clinical care to enhance
the experience for patients, families, and all others. As a nurse,
this position will oversee the work of other caregivers, providing
specific care to assigned patient(s) throughout the shift, as
required under the scope of the RN licensure. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of nursing
principles, practices, standards, and techniques and applies this
knowledge in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and
procedures and within laws and regulations governing nursing
practice in the State of Oregon.
Assesses the patient’s condition and needs using critical
thinking and clinical judgment: sets outcomes; implements
appropriate nursing actions and collaborates with other disciplines
to meet the patient’s/family’s physical, emotional, spiritual,
social, and intellectual needs; and evaluates patient’s
progress. Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in
accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures
for medication administration. Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with
hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies. Demonstrates awareness of and supports St. Charles departmental
and operating unit goals through participation in continuous
quality improvement and departmental activities. Participates in activities that promote professional growth and
development of self and others. Communicates (both written and orally) effectively and maintains
professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff,
patients, and guests. Identifies work-related problems with possible solutions and
implements solution(s) within scope of practice, as
appropriate. Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in
all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of
continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a
champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers,
patients and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of
professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all
applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting
the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an
ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected
violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all
organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that
promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the
organization, as required or assigned. Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all
aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each
individual, patient and caregiver. Participates in creating intentional relationships and
demonstrates focus attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care
experience. Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by
purposefully responding to the needs of patients in a caring way,
including introducing oneself and explaining role in patient’s
care, asking the patient his or her preferred name, sitting
with the patient to determine his or her care goals, active
listening, and communicating effectively and appropriately through
touch, eye contact, etc. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers,
patients and guests Maintains and demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of nursing
principles, practices, standards, and techniques and applies this
knowledge in accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and
procedures and within laws and regulations governing nursing
practice in the State of Oregon.
Assesses the patient’s condition and needs using critical
thinking and clinical judgment: sets outcomes; implements
appropriate nursing actions and collaborates with other disciplines
to meet the patient’s/family’s physical, emotional, spiritual,
social, and intellectual needs; and evaluates patient’s
progress. Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in
accordance with St. Charles Health System policies and procedures
for medication administration. Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with
hospital policies, procedures and regulatory agencies. Demonstrates awareness of and supports St. Charles departmental
and operating unit goals through participation in continuous
quality improvement and departmental activities. Participates in activities that promote professional growth and
development of self and others. Communicates (both written and orally) effectively and maintains
professional relationships with caregivers, medical staff,
patients, and guests. Identifies work-related problems with possible solutions and
implements solution(s) within scope of practice, as
appropriate. Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with
hospital policies and regulatory agencies Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in
accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures for
medication administration.
EDUCATION Required: As required by RN licensure. Preferred: BSN LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION Required: Current Oregon RN license AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider
certification. NRP IBCLC certification Basic Fetal Monitoring Course STABLE within 6 months of hire. Intermediate or Advance Fetal Heart Monitoring required within 2
year of hire Preferred: Department specific acute care certification.
(i.e. RNC) EXPERIENCE Required: 1 year recent acute care RN experience
required Preferred: Recent RN LDRP experience or LDRP Senior
Capstone PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) required to perform the job safely. ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION General: Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact
with a diverse population and professionally represent SCHS. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills. Strong teamwork and collaborative skills. Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making
skills. Basic to intermediate ability and experience with computer
applications, specifically electronic medical records system and MS
Office PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard
operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability
to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling
1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for Home
Health and Wound Caregivers. Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching,
climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead,
lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds,
grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level. Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area),
operation of a motor vehicle. Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution. Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven
surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to BBP . Schedule Weekly Hours: Caregiver Type: Shift: Is Exempt Position? Job Family: Scheduled Days of the Week: Shift Start & End Time:
Keywords: StCharles, Henderson , RN Lactation Consultant (Relief, Days), Other , Henderson, Nevada
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