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Felicia Dunbar

Miami,OK

Summary

Helpful International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with over 3 years of clinical experience in labor & delivery, mother-baby, NICU, and pediatrics units. Skilled in offering emotional support and breastfeeding expertise, enhancing infant nutrition protocols. Excelled in patient education and confidentiality practices, fostering strong community ties for sustained breastfeeding success. Recognized for exceptional care, demonstrating both hard skill in lactation instruction and soft skill in building supportive relationships as well as creating educational opportunities for skillful learning for patients and staff.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

Mercy Hospital
06.2021 - Current
  • Assisted healthcare professionals in developing breastfeeding policies and protocols for optimal infant nutrition.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive lactation support and education to new mothers.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless delivery of lactation services across various hospital departments.
  • Conducted group classes on breastfeeding techniques and benefits, leading to a more informed patient population.
  • Developed strong relationships with local community organizations, facilitating referrals to additional resources when necessary for continued breastfeeding success beyond hospital discharge.
  • Received recognition for excellence in patient care, demonstrating a commitment to supporting families throughout their breastfeeding journeys.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by creating a welcoming and supportive environment for breastfeeding consultations.
  • Performed daily hospital rounds for all healthcare system maternity wards and facilities.
  • Provided emotional support to families experiencing difficulties with breastfeeding, contributing to increased resilience during the postpartum period.
  • Maintained professional growth by attending conferences and workshops focused on current trends in lactation care practices.
  • Assessed needs of new mothers and advised mothers about child care topics.
  • Streamlined documentation processes by implementing efficient record-keeping systems for improved continuity of care among lactation consultants.
  • Served as a resource for nursing staff by providing ongoing education on lactation topics, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.

Teacher

Quapaw Public Schools
08.2020 - 05.2022
  • Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology

Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK
05.2020

Skills

  • Breastfeeding support
  • Emotional Support
  • Confidentiality Practices
  • Patient and infant care
  • Leader of support groups
  • Postpartum Care
  • Patient Education
  • Staff Education
  • Materials Development
  • Charting
  • Prenatal Counseling
  • Lactation instruction

Certification

  • IBCLC - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

Additional Information

Expert in EPIC charting system, microsoft word, powerpoint, excel, etc.

Timeline

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

Mercy Hospital
06.2021 - Current

Teacher

Quapaw Public Schools
08.2020 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology

Oklahoma State University

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