Katarina T. McAlpin
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate and independent lactation consultant with over 10 years of experience in hospital setting including NICU environment. Able to assess and manage complex breastfeeding issues and work with the healthcare team to develop a personalized plan for each patient based on their specific needs. Strong belief in the importance of teamwork in providing quality care. Individualizes treatment for each patient and pays attention to every detail. Passionate about my career and love watching new mothers leave the hospital confident and empowered.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lactation Consultant, RN
HCA - St. David's Medical Center
07.2014 - Current
- Provided lactation assessment, management, education and support to new mothers.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers to ensure successful breastfeeding experience.
- Worked with tem to ensure baby friendly practices are improved with the team.
- Uses translating services to effectively communicate with culturally diverse population.
- Supports the creation of safe feeding plans for infants with complex issues and history of NICU stays.
- Makes follow up calls to mothers of NICU infants to monitor milk supply and infant's readiness to initiate breastfeeding/dry nuzzling.
- Attends support group for breastfeeding mothers of NICU infants.
- Teaches baby care and breastfeeding classes to new parents.
- Assists with renting breastfeeding equipment.
- Participates as member of breastfeeding committee and contributes to executing goal oriented plans.
- Mentors new newborn nursery and NICU nurses.
Lactation Consultant, RN
Fairview Hospital
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Assisted new mothers in BFHI designated inpatient setting by assessing their lactation, managing it, educating them, and providing support.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers to ensure successful breastfeeding experience
- Assisted with creating safe feeding plan for mother baby dyads with complex issues.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic - Hillcrest Hospital
04.2011 - 04.2013
- Provided round the clock care and treatment of newborn infants suffering from illness and prematurity.
- Performed procedures like IV and catheter insertions, dressing changes, medication administration, chest tube care, respiratory support care.
- Effectively communicated with the team about rapid status changes in patients and participated in emergency situations.
- Offered compassion and support to parents and families and served as an advocate in difficult situations.
- Precepted new nurses and served as mentor after their training period.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
MetroHealth Medical Center
05.2006 - 03.2011
- Provided round clock care and treatment of newborn infants suffering from illness and prematurity.
- Performed procedures like IV and catheter insertions, dressing changes, medication administration, chest tube care, respiratory support care.
- Effectively communicated with team about rapid status changes in patients and participated in emergency situations.
- Effectively communicated and supported parents and families and served as advocate in difficult situations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH05.2006
Associate Degree - Business Administration
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH05.2000
Skills
- Latch assessment
- Breastfeeding techniques
- Problem solving
- Breastfeeding educator
- Active listening
- Compassion
- Efficiency
Certification
- IBCLC - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification
- BLS/CPR certification
Languages
Slovak
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lactation Consultant, RN
HCA - St. David's Medical Center
07.2014 - Current
Lactation Consultant, RN
Fairview Hospital
08.2013 - 07.2014
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic - Hillcrest Hospital
04.2011 - 04.2013
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
MetroHealth Medical Center
05.2006 - 03.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Associate Degree - Business Administration
Lorain County Community College
- IBCLC - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification
- BLS/CPR certification
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