This is a part-time (48 hours per pay period) position with 12-hour NIGHT shift schedule on variable days of the week including weekends and holidays.

Located at Scripps Mercy San Diego Hospital (Hillcrest).

We invite you to join the Scripps Mercy San Diego Maternal Child Health team as a Lactation Specialist.

As a Lactation Specialist, you will provide lactation education services in the absence of the Lactation Consultant. In addition, you will...

* Identifies the need for and completing a lactation evaluation of assigned inpatients with lactation problems or concerns.

* Developing and implementing an evidence-based plan of care and demonstrating the ability to communicate data pertinent to the patient's health/situation.

* Demonstrating the necessary skills and knowledge to evaluate patient's progress, assist the family through the continuum of care and provide appropriate discharge education.

* Keeping accurate and complete documentation in medical record on findings and care provided.

* Working collaboratively with the Lactation Consultant(s) and other members of the patient care team to ensure optimal patient care.

* Demonstrating ability to perform all required competencies.

* Demonstrating age-specific care as established for area and job title.

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

* BS in related field.

* Previous lactation support experience in Labor and Delivery, Mother-Baby Couplet Care and/or NICU.

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

* Completion of a valid certificated Lactation Program.

* Excellent interpersonal skills.

* Must be able to demonstrate positive behavior.

* Must be able to speak, read and follow instructions in English.

Required Certification/Registration:

* Current BLS for Health Care Provider from American Heart Association.

* Current IBCLC certification.