Lactation RN Mother/Baby (Hiring Immediately)
Company: MercyOne
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description:
Mother Baby Unit East Tower, 2nd floor This unit has 40 private
rooms for both high risk and low risk postpartum patients,
post-operative surgery and medical patients. As part of MercyOne
Children’s Hospital the unit also has a newborn nursery. Nursing
and medical providers work together as a team to deliver care for
the newborn, mother as well as medical patients. POSITION PURPOSE
Acts as a clinical/educational resource to patient care
activities/teaching programs within the area of defined
specialization. Supports patient/family/unit needs of diverse ages.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Knows, understands, incorporates, and
demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in
behaviors, practices, and decisions. Identifies educational needs,
develops program(s) to meet those needs, and coordinates
implementation of the program(s). Evaluates programs and modifies
as indicated. Works independently with limited direct supervision
using the Nurse Practice Act, MercyOne Medical Center policies,
nursing standards, and professional judgment. Serves as a resource
in area of specialty and collaborates with other disciplines.
Provides consultation in specialty areas to all levels of health
care providers throughout the hospital, affiliated schools of
nursing, and the community. Actively participates on committees,
task forces, and in work groups, as requested . Participates in
research by reviewing literature, communicates findings, identifies
potential research questions/projects and coordinates research
projects in area of clinical specialty. Performs efficiently in
emergency situations, following established standards. Presents
selected program topics. Facilitates program presentation/equipment
gathering. Utilizes delegation skills effectively. Coordinates the
lactation champions and the “Mommy and Me” class. Other duties as
needed and assigned by the manager. Maintains a working knowledge
of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations,
Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of
Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to
ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and
professional behavior. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Possession of a
current or compact state license as a registered nurse
issued/defined by the State of Iowa. Certified Lactation Counselor
(CLC) or International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
required . Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training
specific to population served within three (3) months of hire. BLS
for the Healthcare Provider certification within six (6) weeks of
hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification within six (6)
weeks of hire. Demonstrates competency in breastfeeding techniques
. Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared
leadership environment. Must possess a personal presence that is
characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the
ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy,
mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health. Our
Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the
dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives,
experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common
ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and
deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal
Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected
by federal, state, or local law.
Keywords: MercyOne, Des Moines , Lactation RN Mother/Baby (Hiring Immediately), Healthcare , Des Moines, Iowa
