Registered Nurse (RN) - Breastfeeding Medicine Program- IBCLC, Wage
About The Position
The Registered Nurse in the Breastfeeding Medicine Program provides evidence-based, family-centered nursing care to postpartum mothers, newborns, and antepartum patients with varying levels of acuity. Working in a collaborative academic medical center, the nurse partners with obstetricians, neonatologists, lactation consultants, and interdisciplinary care teams to promote safe, high-quality outcomes. The role includes routine postpartum care as well as monitoring, stabilization, and specialized interventions for higher-acuity antepartum patients. The nurse also supports breastfeeding, bonding, newborn care education, and families’ emotional needs. The position is based in UVA Health’s Women’s Services environment and offers access to career advancement, specialty certification support, and continuing education opportunities. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
- At least 1 year of relevant experience.
- Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
Nice To Haves
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to postpartum mothers and newborns, including assessments, medication administration, and patient education.
- Support antepartum patients requiring monitoring, stabilization, and specialized interventions.
- Promote and facilitate breastfeeding, bonding, and newborn care education.
- Collaborate with physicians and care teams to coordinate individualized care plans.
- Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and respond with clinical precision.
- Document care accurately while maintaining regulatory and quality standards.
- Provide families with emotional support and education during their care journey.
Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Specialty certification support.
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
