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*Location: *Baylor University Medical Center (BUMC) | Downtown Dallas, Texas *Schedule/Shift: *PRN Days | 7a- 7p. 1 shift per week ** *About Us* At Baylor Scott & White Health, we support the health of people, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is Texas' largest nonprofit healthcare system, encouraging healthy living. Our Core Values are: * We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. * We never settle by constantly striving for better. * We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. * We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. ** ** *Job Summary* As a Lactation Consultant RN, you'll create a breastfeeding plan. Educate parents and staff, update protocols, provide consultation. Ensure infants and parents are well by guiding them in breastfeeding. *What You'll Do* * Encourage breastfeeding for infant health. Offer consultations, materials, and classes to help parents and medical team. * Evaluate parent and baby interest in breastfeeding. * Provide specialized help for mothers. Offer bedside consultations and follow-up visits in hospital. * Keep the medical staff updated, providing education about breastfeeding protocols, care plans, and recent information. * Document all the teachings and responses, and communicate these findings to the relevant staff members. * Regularly assess the efficiency of the breastfeeding program and make necessary changes if required. * Participate in collecting data and reporting on neonatal outcomes, specifically those related to breastfeeding. * Provide parents with information and demonstrations about breast pump rentals or purchases, if required. *What Will Make You Successful in the Role* * You must give good care to moms and babies. Show respect for diversity. Modify patient care plans as needed. * You must work autonomously without supervision. * Good written and oral communication skills are essential for this job. * Interacting positively with diverse people is crucial. * Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills are necessary. * You need basic computer skills. Use software, enter data, keep records secure, and scan with a handheld device. ** *Belonging Statement* We believe all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported. *Qualifications* * Associate degree, in nursing. * A minimum of (2) two years of experience in Lactation Consultant and Mother/Baby (level III or higher) RN experience. * Texas RN. * BLS. * Certified Lactation Consultant or International Lactation Certification. CLC: Certified Lactation Consultant OR IBCLC: International Lactation Certification.