Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jersey's largest community teaching hospitals, where physicians and employees work as a team dedicated to academic and clinical excellence and comprehensive, compassionate patient care. As part of RWJ Barnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in designing unparalleled new ways for delivering health care.
For over 130years, Monmouth Medical Center has been the leader in central New Jersey in providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology to nearly 1 million residents that comprise its primary service area of Monmouth County, and portions of Ocean and Middlesex counties. Monmouth Medical Center is recognized as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged and underscores the highest commitment to patient safety and quality. MMC is the only hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties to receive an A Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, the nation s leading experts on patient safety, for six consecutive rating periods. We continue to lead the system in HCAHPS scores, and are looked to as a model for best practice in patient satisfaction.
Summary of Job Function: Responsible for providing lactation management services to expectant and new parents in an inpatient, outpatient and telehealth setting.
These functions are performed in accordance with the hospital s vision, mission, philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.
Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.
Job Qualifications: BA/BS/BSN degree preferred
Current NJ RN License required
IBCLC lactation certification required
AHA BLS and AHA NRP required
2 years previous experience in maternal-child health or NICU nursing required
1 year of experience in-hospital lactation consulting preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead, organize, manage, and develop lactation programs and groups
Ability to successfully assist mothers with breastfeeding skills
Ability to work with several different patient care units and levels of care providers
Ability to work independently in an outpatient care area
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:
Medical/Dental/Vision plans
401 (k)
Vacation/Personal/Holiday/Sick Time Off
Short & Long Term Disability
Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Equal Employment Opportunity
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
