Registered Nurse - Lactation Consultant

Jackson Healthcare•Portsmouth, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Jackson Healthcare Government Services is seeking a dedicated RN Lactation Consultant to support the Pediatric Department at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. This is a rewarding opportunity to promote maternal-child health and provide expert lactation support to active-duty service members and their families.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship required
Associate’s Degree in Nursing (minimum)
Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE-accredited nursing program
Current, full, active, unrestricted RN license (any U.S. state or territory)
Minimum 1 year of RN experience within the last 2 years
Current BLS certification
Current PALS certification
Current IBLCE Lactation Consultant Board Certification
Ability to meet credentialing and background requirements

Responsibilities

Promote and advocate for breastfeeding throughout the organization
Develop and implement lactation care standards and guidelines
Provide education and support to breastfeeding mothers
Collaborate with Pediatrics, Family Practice, and OB/GYN departments
Assist in organizing and preparing educational and marketing materials related to breastfeeding programs
Provide direct patient care consistent with the RN scope of practice
Participate in peer review, performance improvement, and quality assurance initiatives
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in MHS GENESIS and other clinical systems
Support emergency response procedures and infection control protocols
Participate in the Family Advocacy Program requirements
Attend required annual military facility training (infection control, disaster preparedness, CBRNE, etc.)
Provide in-service education and clinical guidance to support staff as needed