Registered Nurse (RN) Inpatient Lactation Consultant – PRN

Inova • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

Inova Alexandria Hospital is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) Inpatient
Lactation Consultant to join the Postpartum Unit. This role will be PRN 

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and
patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top
employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Requirements

• Education: BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associate’s Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date.
• Experience: Required 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse, for Critical Care units, 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse in a critical care setting or completion of a critical care fellowship. 
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association required upon start | For Critical Care Units: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - Within 6 Months | For Pediatric Units: Pediatric Advanced Life Support- Within 6 Months | For Infusion Center Units: Obtain chemo card- within 3 months of hire
• Licensure: Licensed or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse or an active multi-state Registered Nurse license

Nice To Haves

• Currently holds IBCLC certification

Responsibilities

• Provides safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care in a patient- and family-centered manner.
• Performs thorough patient assessments, interprets data, and identifies care priorities.
• Develops and implements individualized plans of care to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Evaluates patient progress, anticipates changes, and adjusts care plans accordingly.
• Coordinates care and discharge planning with the healthcare team and community resources.
• Advocates for patients’ rights and ensures their needs and preferences are respected.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in compliance with standards.
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with physicians, nurses, and other disciplines.
• Serves as a clinical resource, mentor, and preceptor to peers and new staff.
• Engages in professional growth, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees