Hi, I’m
America Trevino
Bronx,New York
Summary
Helpful Lactation Consultant with over 19 years of clinical experience in maternity units. Talented at providing lactation education, support and assistance to new mothers and families. Have a great understanding of the diverse emotional and psychological responses to lactation and parenting.
Overview
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Montefiore Medical Center, Wakefield CampusBronx, New York
Lactation Consultant
03.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Worked on Designation and Re-Designation as Baby Friendly Hospital bringing breastfeeding rates between 25-40%
- Education of staff and patients about breastfeeding
- Initiated Breastfeeding Support Clinic
- Assessed needs of new mothers and together come up with Plan of Care for patient and baby
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Partnered with agencies and organizations driving improvements in community health.
North Central Bronx HospitalBronx, New York
Lactation Consultant, Labor and Delivery Nurse
11.1992 - 03.2014
Job overview
- Established 4 D Pathway to becoming Designated as Baby Friendly Hospital
- In charge of Breastfeeding Program which increased Breastfeeding Rates
- Education of staff and patients about breastfeeding
- Ran Breastfeeding Support Group
- Monitored fetal heart rate and patient vital signs for abnormalities
Offered relaxation techniques during labor
Managed patient care during and after vaginal and cesarean deliveries
Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
Education
Lehman College of The City University of New YorkThe Bronx, NY
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
06.1992
Skills
- Lactation Support
- Individualized Treatment Plans
- Staff Education on Breastfeeding Practices and Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Infant Feeding
- Discharge Planning Specific to Breastfeeding
Additional Information
Fluent in Spanish.
Timeline
Lactation Consultant
Montefiore Medical Center, Wakefield Campus
03.2014 - Current
Lactation Consultant, Labor and Delivery Nurse
North Central Bronx Hospital
11.1992 - 03.2014
Lehman College of The City University of New York
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Health and fitness
Wife, Mother of two grown adults, Grandmother to two wonderful grandkids.
Health and fitness
Wife, Mother of two grown adults, Grandmother to two wonderful grandkids.
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