Registered Nurse (RN) - Lactation Consultant - Full Time

Building Location:

32nd Avenue Building

Department:

3013290 NURSING - BIRTHPLACE - 32ND HOSP

Job Description:

Responsible for organizing and providing nursing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Delegates aspects of care to other nursing personnel based upon their licensure, preparation and job descriptions. Contributes to the meeting of the mission and goals of the facility and Essentia, and meets the requirements of the Joint Commission if applicable and/or other federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting agencies. Responsible for the coordination of lactation education and support within the nursing division. NICU RN's in Fargo, ND are required to perform transport via helicopter and Ambulance.

Education Qualifications:

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursing 
• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month
• Current Certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within one year
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required when moving to level 3 NICU RN. (After 2 years of employment, or longer as approved by the manager)

Must meet the following qualifications:

• Preferred experience as an IBCLC in an inpatient setting that serves Post-partum and high-risk inpatient patients supporting their lactation needs.
• Experience with outpatient lactation and extensive hand on support and education.
• Experience in lactation education triage needs
• Comfortable with other Nursing Assessments as needed based on the patient including but not limited to Bilirubin lab draws on newborns and Blood pressure monitoring and education.

Sign On Incentives: $10,000/Associate RNs and $15,000/Bachelor RNs for all eligible Experienced and New Grad RN with work commit.

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Our Benefits are exceptional and Include:

• Health Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement/AssistanceProgram
• Paid Time Off
• 401k (with Essentia Health annual match)
• Life and Disability Insurance options
• Adoption Assistance

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Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota.

Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of 13,500 employees, including 3,500 registered nurses & licensed practical nurses, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.

Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 70 clinics, six long-term care facilities, three assisted living facilities, three independent living facilities, five ambulance services and one research institute.

Essentia Health is accredited as a level 3 Accountable Care Organization, the highest level of certification possible, by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.

FTE:

0.75

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

varies

Shift End Time:

varies

Weekends:

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$36.69 - $55.04

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational program