2025-09-12
Legacy Health
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Gresham
Oregon
97030
United States
Legacy Health
RN Lactation Specialist - Women's Services
Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled
US-OR-GRESHAM
Job ID: 25-44678
Type: On-Call (10% Differential and Min Shift Availability Required)
Mount Hood Medical Center campus
Overview
The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.
Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center is East County’s full-service hospital, always expanding to meet the community’s growing needs and offering an award-winning patient experience delivered with a personal touch. We offer advanced imaging, a modern emergency department, a welcoming family birth center, surgical services, intensive care, cancer care, gastroenterology and more.
The RN Lactation Specialist provides assessment, assistance, and support of infant nutrition, particularly breastfeeding, to infants, adult and adolescent mothers, and families. The Specialist provides education to staff and physicians, as well as to the community. The Specialist works closely with physicians and staff, and promotes collaboration and communication. The Specialist participates effectively in the daily operations of both inpatient and outpatient care.
Education:
As required by licensure. BSN or degree in progress strongly preferred. BSN may be required for specific assignments; experienced RNs without a BSN may be hired based on clinical experience with approval of the site CNO.
Skills:
Demonstrated ability of expert interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, patients, families, physicians and the community.
Demonstrated ability to teach effectively.
Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
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