Lactation Consultant

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority•Rockford, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Description Work Schedule: 5% FTE, 7:00am-7:30pm or 7:30pm-7:00am, You will work at UW Health Swedish American Hospital 1401 E State St. Additional components of compensation include impressive shift differentials - $4/ hr evening, $5 hr night, and $4.25/ hr weekend shift differential as applicable for hours worked. Additional components of compensation may include: Overtime On-call pay At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have: Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance Annual wellness reimbursement Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs! Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development Strong shared governance structure Commitment to employee voice Qualifications Graduate from an accredited school of nursing program. Required Experience in patient education. Required Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained. Required Work Experience Licenses & Certifications Current Registered Nurse licensure from the Illinois Department of Professional Registration. Required Certification in lactation education preferred or must obtain with 18 months of assuming the position. Required Bi-annual BLS certification. Required Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Job Description UW Northern Illinois benefits

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing program.
Experience in patient education.
Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained.
Current Registered Nurse licensure from the Illinois Department of Professional Registration.
Certification in lactation education preferred or must obtain with 18 months of assuming the position.
Bi-annual BLS certification.