Lesley Pierce RN, IBCLC
Summary
Lactation consultant with a proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care and education. Recognized for strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills that enhance breastfeeding success rates. Committed to providing comprehensive support to mothers, resulting in improved maternal health outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lactation consultant 2
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
Mansfield
10.2023 - Current
- Educated new mothers on breastfeeding practices in supportive settings, fostering confidence and success.
- Assessed lactation challenges, crafting personalized feeding plans for optimal support.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients.
- Conducted individualized consultations to address breastfeeding management issues, enhancing mother-infant bonding.
- Conducted assessments of mother-infant dyads to identify and resolve feeding difficulties.
- Evaluated latch and positioning techniques during clinical visits to enhance breastfeeding success.
- Evaluated jaundice levels and weight of discharged newborns in Bili clinic, ensuring timely interventions for optimal health.
- outpatient lactation consults
- Achieved certification in Rachel's Gift program to assist families experiencing fetal loss.
Charge nurse
Northwest Texas Hospital
Amarillo
11.2015 - 09.2023
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, enhancing unit workflow and patient experience.
- Trained new nurses on hospital policies and procedures thoroughly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Established scheduling system for postpartum nurses and clerks, streamlining workflow and improving patient care.
- Developed and conducted annual performance reviews with staff, supporting professional growth and merit-based recognition.
- Quarterly Lectures for Pediatric resident physicians about postpartum mental wellness and lactation
Bedside Nurse
Northwest Texas Hospital
Amarillo
06.2012 - 11.2015
- Administered medications according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and tailored discharge instructions, promoting successful recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TX05-2012
Skills
- Lactation assessment
- Breastfeeding education
- Feeding plan development
- Breastfeeding support
- Neonatal care
- Jaundice evaluation
- Patient care coordination
Certification
- IBCLC
- NRP
- BLS
Timeline
Lactation consultant 2
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Charge nurse
Northwest Texas Hospital
11.2015 - 09.2023
Bedside Nurse
Northwest Texas Hospital
06.2012 - 11.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Amarillo College