Lactation Consultant (N3) - Mother & Baby Unit

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Manager of Health Services, the incumbent is responsible for

• Coordination of care related to specialized breastfeeding support for the Women's Program to include: providing quality care; acting as a resource to other health care professionals; participating in the discharge process; educating patients, family, staff and students with respect to breastfeeding; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Experience

• Minimum three years recent clinical experience in maternal or newborn nursing.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing required. BN preferred.

Special Training:

• Successful completion of certification as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
• Active participation in professional associations e.g., Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Shared Health policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the essential physical requirements of the position.
• Moderate physical effort required.

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