Clinical Nurse Specialist

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato Full time

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Lactation Consultant

Job Number:
WAI27512**
Where you'll be working:Waikato Hospital - Child Health

The details:

  • Fixed Term (0.6FTE)

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

  • Lactation Consultant in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Click here to view the position description.**- (Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Waikato website.)_

Mō tātou Ratonga | About our Service

  • We are a 41 bed unit that comprises of level 1, 2 & 3 beds. The role supports in NICU in taking responsibility for safe and effective management of resources, and ensures the delivery of excellent patient care.

Mōu | About you

  • We are seeking a registered midwife or nurse who is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) to join our NICU team. This role may be considered for an experienced midwife or nurse, working within their scope of practice, seeking to become an IBCLC, with conditions.
  • The NICU Lactation will provide expert breastfeeding support designed for premature and medically complex infants. You'll work closely within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to promote optimal breastfeeding outcomes for NICU families.

This includes:

  • Direct Clinical Care: Deliver specialised breastfeeding assessments, individualised care plans, and ongoing support to mothers and infants in the NICU setting.
  • Collaboration within the

MDT:

Actively engage with neonatologists, nurses, dieticians, and other NICU specialists to coordinate breastfeeding care with the infant's medical plan.


  • Guideline and

Protocol Champion:
Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of NICU breastfeeding guidelines and protocols.

  • BFHI Educator and Advocate: Provide breastfeeding education to NICU staff and parents, ensuring practices uphold the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI).
  • Addressing Inequities: Actively work to improve breastfeeding support and outcomes for Māori and other vulnerable NICU populations.
  • Mentorship and Research: Offer mentorship opportunities for aspiring lactation specialists in the NICU setting. Consider contributing to research that improves breastfeeding practices within the NICU.
  • Has a current New Zealand annual practicing certificate.
  • Have a post graduate nursing qualification
  • Demonstrates highly effective communication skills
  • Is committed to quality service
  • Demonstrates experience in embracing change
  • Demonstrates commitment to a customer focused service delivery
  • Has excellent time management
  • Is inclusive and is a positive team member

Ko ngaa hua o te noho ki roto o Waikato, te mahi hoki ki Te Whatu Ora, Waikato | The Benefits of living in Waikato and working for Te Whatu Ora, Waikato

  • Located in the heart of the mighty Waikato, Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, Waikato operates over a number of sites, Hamilton City our main campus and smaller communitybased hospitals across our region. Hamilton City has easy access to beaches and mountains, so if your interests range from a host of water sports, mountain biking to vineyard lunches, the area has something for you right on your doorstep. To discover more about our stunning area, please
    click here.
  • As part of our Health NZ, Waikato family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
  • We offer flexible and agile working opportunities alongside our Health NZ, Waikato benefits and staff discount schemes.
  • We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Closing date:27 May 2024

**Nau mai haere mai - Come join the team

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