ONALAKERIDGE HEALTHLACTATION CONSULTANT - REGISTERED NURSEOBSTETRICS CLINICWOMEN AND CHILDREN'S PROGRAMFULL TIME 8 Hour Day Shifts (subject to change)Lakeridge Health Ajax/Pickering with cross site responsibilities at Oshawa and Port Perry SitesONA-1900000605 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The Lactation Consultant provides breast-feeding information and support based on individualized needs and prescribed medical treatment for both inpatient and outpatient families within the Women's and Children's Health program including the NICU, Paediatrics and the Maternal Newborn units Participates in the development and implementation of nursing and patient education programs specific to breast feeding with neonates and infants. They will use nursing processes in providing patient care. The Lactation Consultant participates as a member of the Interprofessional Health Care Team. The Lactation Consultant may be required to provide direct clinical care in any of the required units when needed; maintains competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. They will also provide support with teaching of prenatal breastfeeding classes, supportive lead role with Baby Friendly Initiative, teaching of staff/orientation support/mentoring of other health care professionals, i.e. Midwives, Physicians, nursing students, new hires etc. Facilitates inpatient and outpatient groups; performs other related duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:*Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing).*B.SC.N preferred;*Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification based on the Ontario Heart and Stroke Standards:*Current NRP;*IBCLC certified with evidence of ongoing maintenance of certification Minimum two years current maternal nursing experience:*Demonstrated clinical problem solving skills and ability to apply neonatal knowledge, skills and judgement.*Demonstrated clinical expertise in breastfeeding and lactation management:*Demonstrated experience in teaching and principles of adult education;*Experience in preparation of protocols, standards and guidelines;*Previous experience in program development;*Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations;*Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community;*Ability to work well independently and to exercise sound judgement;*Ability to perform the essential duties of the position;*Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Compassion, Innovation, Courage and Trust;*Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public; *Demonstrated understanding of and, commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices including staff, patient, and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this are; and*Demonstrated pattern of good attendance and work record.SALARY $32.66 - $46.70CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:This position is open to all qualified ONA staff throughout Lakeridge Health.The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 024).Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under Lakeridge Health's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.