RN Lactation Consultant - Per Diem
About The Position
As a RN Lactation Consultant, your demonstrated empathy, patience and excellent ability to guide are key in preparing mothers to breastfeed and providing safe care for infants. You’ll play a vital role in supporting mothers and families through one of life’s most important transitions. With empathy, patience, and expert guidance, you’ll provide education, hands-on support, and personalized feeding plans that promote infant health and maternal well-being. Collaborating with the care team, you’ll serve as a trusted advocate and resource, helping families navigate breastfeeding challenges with confidence while advancing evidence-based practices to enhance the overall patient and family experience.
Requirements
- Candidate must be a Certified Lactation Consultant at the time of hire and obtain IBCLC certification within 12 months of employment.
- Candidate must be a Registered Nurse.
- Two (2) years of experience as a lactation consultant required.
- Effective communication is vital, as lactation consultants need to explain techniques, offer advice, and listen attentively to the concerns of mothers and their families.
- Strong analytical, computer and communication skills.
- Compassionate, kind and patient focused.
Responsibilities
- Program Development. Inform about the nutritional and physiological benefits of human milk; assist with decision making; provide anticipatory guidance concerning common problems associated with breastfeeding; describe and encourage good infant rooting, latching and suck-swallow pattern; discuss dietary requirements, medications or other substances which may have an effect on breastfeeding.
- Individualized Care. Provide individualized assistance to mothers with an identified lactation problem.
- Leadership & Collaboration. Collaborate with other health workers in maintaining frequent and regular communication with the breastfeeding dyad; assist with staff education including all aspects of lactation management and clinical issues.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
