Lactation Consultant

Next Move Healthcare•White Plains, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Lactation Consultant / Registered Nurse to support its Mother-Baby and postpartum services on the night shift. The Lactation Consultant will provide direct lactation support to mothers and newborns, assess feeding needs, develop individualized care plans, and educate patients and families throughout the prenatal, inpatient, and outpatient continuum. This position also serves as a clinical resource for nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals regarding breastfeeding and lactation concerns. The ideal candidate will be a BSN-prepared Registered Nurse with an active New York State RN license and current IBCLC certification.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Current New York State Registered Nurse license
Current International Board Certified Lactation Consultant certification through IBLCE
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification within 180 days of hire
Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification within 180 days of hire
Strong knowledge of breastfeeding, lactation management, maternal-newborn nursing, and current clinical practices
Strong maternal and newborn assessment skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Sound clinical judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
Ability to respond quickly to changing patient and department needs
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work variable 12-hour night shifts

Nice To Haves

Previous Mother-Baby, postpartum, Labor and Delivery, NICU, or women's health nursing experience
Previous hospital-based lactation consulting experience
Experience providing breastfeeding education in both inpatient and outpatient settings
Experience supporting Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative standards
Experience working with donor human milk programs
Previous experience educating or training clinical staff

Responsibilities

Provide direct lactation assessment, education, and support to mother-baby dyads
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized lactation care plans
Assist patients with breastfeeding techniques, positioning, latch, milk supply concerns, and other lactation challenges
Provide prenatal and postpartum education to patients and families
Facilitate patient education classes and connect families with outpatient lactation resources
Serve as a clinical resource for nurses, physicians, and other hospital staff regarding lactation concerns
Develop and provide lactation orientation and ongoing education for nursing and physician staff
Assess staff competency and support appropriate lactation documentation practices
Maintain compliance with Human Donor Milk policies, documentation, and regulatory requirements
Participate in data collection and education related to Baby-Friendly designation and quality initiatives
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, administrators, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
Provide direct patient care as a Registered Nurse when needed
Recognize and prioritize changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions
Incorporate patient rights, informed decision-making, and individualized care into daily practice
Maintain infection-prevention and patient-safety standards
Participate in performance-improvement and quality initiatives
Complete required competency assessments and continuing education
Maintain required CERP education to support ongoing IBCLC certification
Attend mandatory in-services, staff meetings, and department education
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Perform other related responsibilities as assigned