Lactation Nurse

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Scheduled Days and Hours:
Three (3) 8-hour shifts per week. Schedule includes weekends in accordance with company policy.

• Evaluates the effectiveness of breastfeeding relationships, nursing staff knowledge, and products, literature, and equipment used by clients.

• Assesses patient knowledge of breastfeeding and effectiveness of newborn breastfeeding behaviors, teaching these skills to the mother.

• Participates in follow-up care through phone calls, educational/support groups, and possible home health visits.

• Promotes and participates in hospital and departmental quality programs, developing and evaluating quality improvement projects related to patient outcomes and lactation.

• Maintains clinical competency in lactation through ongoing education, seminars, classes, and conference attendance.

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.