Lactation Consultant (RN) - Mother Baby Unit (Nights)

University of Texas Medical Branch • Galveston, TX

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About The Position

The Lactation Consultant is responsible for providing support for the mother-infant breastfeeding dyad. The tasks include assessment, planning, interventions and evaluation of lactation support and education for clients in the postpartum period. The Lactation Consultant will promote a breastfeeding friendly environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Three (3) years' clinical experience.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Valid state of Texas Professional Nursing (RN) license.
• Certified International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) or more years of lactation consultant experience.

Responsibilities

• assessment
• planning
• interventions
• evaluation of lactation support and education for clients in the postpartum period
• promote a breastfeeding friendly environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees