Rn Lactation Consultant resume example

I began assisting women who were breastfeeding early in my nursing career. I trained through many workshops and conferences. In 1996 I became IBCLC certified. This helped me continue my focus in providing breastfeeding assistance to mothers and infants in an LDRP setting.

In 2008 I played a major role in the implementation of the lactation outpatient clinic at Falmouth Hospital. While continuing to assist in patients as a staff RN, I was also able to provide care to mothers and infants after discharge. During clinic appointments I utilized my skills to assess mothers and babies post discharge. I used breastfeeding assessments to assist and support the mother/baby couplets with technique for latching and feeding. Infant weights were evaluated during the visit. Breastfeeding plans were initiated or reevaluated. Follow up appointments were made as needed. I was able to work in conjunction with pediatricians for continued care.

I was also co-facilitator of the weekly breastfeeding support group for 9 years.

• Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor and fetal distress.
• Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
• Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
• Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
• Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
• Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
• Scheduled follow-up visits and instructed care for new mothers for weeks immediately following childbirth.
• Assisted with care for expectant mothers from beginning to end of term, including monitoring labs, examining ultrasounds and informing mothers on what to expect in next stages of pregnancy.
• Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
• Reduced risk of infection by sterilizing tools and overseeing housekeeping standards for treatment rooms, labor and delivery and waiting areas.
• Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
• Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and workshops.
• Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
• Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
• Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
• Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
• Administered prenatal testing and sent results to physician to create focused treatment plans.
• Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
• Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Recorded details regarding all therapies, to keep patient charts updated.
• Cared for patients in 9-bed LDRP unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
• Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
• Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
• Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Updated patient charts using Soarian and Centricity with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Performed triage on all incoming patients.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Provided care to substance abused moms and their infants utilizing NAS and Eat, Sleep and Console.

• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
• Assisted physician with obstetrical and gynecological procedures in office setting
• Performed initial assessment of appointment; patient history, vital signs, weights and preparations for specific procedures.
• Provided phone triage