BJC HealthCare is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Lactation RN for a nursing job in Valley Park, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Lactation RN Discipline: RN Duration: Ongoing Employment Type: Staff Additional Information About the Role 3-8 HR Shifts 2 PM to 10:30 PM & Every Sunday Evening 1 Holiday requirement per year CLC or IBCLC Required If CLC but no IBCLC-must obtain IBCLC within 2 years of transfer/hire Overview Missouri Baptist Medical Center , an acute care hospital in St. Louis County, offers a full continuum of medical and surgical services, including heart care, cancer, women and infants, breast health, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, stroke, therapy, wound and pain management services. The hospital has a 24-hour adult emergency department and cares for pediatric patients at a separate emergency department in collaboration with St. Louis Children's Hospital. Missouri Baptist is the first and only hospital in St. Louis County to be named a Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The prestigious designation is the highest credential a health care organization can receive for nursing excellence and quality patient care. This recognition has been accomplished by less than nine percent of hospitals nationwide. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital #2 in the St. Louis metro area. The Missouri Baptist Medical Center Childbirth Center is known for providing advanced medicine in a uniquely personal environment. Our Center includes 42 private, postpartum rooms with the same nurse caring for mother and baby and in-house 24/7 OB and pediatric coverage. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The lactation consultant is responsible for coordinating the care of the breast feeding mother. Serves as a resource to the staff RNs, assisting them in giving breastfeeding support and information to nursing mothers, as well as educating new staff in how to teach breastfeeding. Provides care to patients with complications related to breastfeeding. Responsibilities Monitors patients response and modifies plan of care accordingly. Utilizes nursing process to plan, direct, and provide breastfeeding teaching and support. Serves as a resource for the department regarding lactation education and information. Identifies patient and family education needs and coordinates appropriate educational resources. Provides accurate documentation as required. Minimum Requirements Education Nursing Diploma/Associate's Experience