Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkThe Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in townsPOSITION SUMMARYThe Certified Lactation Consultant reports to the Perinatal Education Supervisor Provides information and education regarding breastfeeding to patients and families Assists patients with the establishment of lactationIdentifies and aids in resolution of breastfeeding difficulties develops care plans with staff to meet patientrsquos individual needs providing follow up through phone calls or private consultations Provides information and education regarding breastfeeding to maternity and NICU staff Assists in the development of policies and protocolsCOMPETENCIESmiddot Possesses basic computer skillsESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESJob Specific Competency Assists in the establishment of lactation through education and direct patient care in the antepartum intrapartumand postpartum periods Assesses for breastfeeding difficulties Works with providers to establish an individual plan of action for patientsusing hospital policies and protocols to ensure consistency of information Provides emotional support for patients with breastfeeding difficulties Practices active listening skills to fullyassess a patientrsquos needs Provides reassurance acceptance and encouragement Provides information in an unbiased manner and encourages parents to make informed choices based on their ownneeds and preferences Demonstrates acceptance of patientsrsquo feelings rights and choices as evidenced by patientfeedback Works collaboratively with maternity and NICU staff to develop breastfeeding policies and protocols for allbreastfeeding dyads Shares educational resources with maternity and NICU staff through in services and one to one communication Provides written documentation of care and treatment recommendations Provides follow up for at risk patients after leaving hospital Plans class material to meet participantsrsquo level of understanding Ensures that requested topics are covered inclass Relates to clients in a supportive affirmative and open manner Is sensitive and responsive to culturaldifferences Displays approachability as evidenced by participantsrsquo comments on class evaluations Represents GMR as a breastfeeding resource to the community through public speakingeventsWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkThe Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in townsPOSITION SUMMARYThe Certified Lactation Consultant reports to the Perinatal Education Supervisor Provides information and education regarding breastfeeding to patients and families Assists patients with the establishment of lactationIdentifies and aids in resolution of breastfeeding difficulties develops care plans with staff to meet patientrsquos individual needs providing follow up through phone calls or private consultations Provides information and education regarding breastfeeding to maternity and NICU staff Assists in the development of policies and protocolsCOMPETENCIESmiddot Possesses basic computer skillsESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESJob Specific Competency Assists in the establishment of lactation through education and direct patient care in the antepartum intrapartumand postpartum periods Assesses for breastfeeding difficulties Works with providers to establish an individual plan of action for patientsusing hospital policies and protocols to ensure consistency of information Provides emotional support for patients with breastfeeding difficulties Practices active listening skills to fullyassess a patientrsquos needs Provides reassurance acceptance and encouragement Provides information in an unbiased manner and encourages parents to make informed choices based on their ownneeds and preferences Demonstrates acceptance of patientsrsquo feelings rights and choices as evidenced by patientfeedback Works collaboratively with maternity and NICU staff to develop breastfeeding policies and protocols for allbreastfeeding dyads Shares educational resources with maternity and NICU staff through in services and one to one communication Provides written documentation of care and treatment recommendations Provides follow up for at risk patients after leaving hospital Plans class material to meet participantsrsquo level of understanding Ensures that requested topics are covered inclass Relates to clients in a supportive affirmative and open manner Is sensitive and responsive to culturaldifferences Displays approachability as evidenced by participantsrsquo comments on class evaluations Represents GMR as a breastfeeding resource to the community through public speakingeventsEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONmiddot Certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant IBCLC requiredmiddot RN license or Bachelorrsquos Degree preferredWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONmiddot Certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant IBCLC requiredmiddot RN license or Bachelorrsquos Degree preferredWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment