RN Lactation Consultant
About The Position
The RN Lactation Consultant assesses and manages breastfeeding mothers and babies, particularly those experiencing problems or concerns, and exercises independent judgment in assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of nursing processes and procedures. The role provides direct patient care, supports training for new associates on breastfeeding techniques and standards of care, and serves as a subject matter expert to relevant units. The consultant develops and presents education for clients and hospital staff, applying lactation knowledge and adult learning principles in a complex healthcare environment. The position serves inpatient OB, NICU, and pediatric populations and provides outpatient support as needed. It works with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic, individualized care and contributes to policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines for breastfeeding support. The role requires a registered nurse with clinical lactation expertise, including neonates, strong assessment and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Nursing.
- Three years of nursing experience.
- RN license: current state nursing license or valid RN license from a participating state in the National Licensure Compact.
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant or Certified Lactation Counselor certification.
- Strong clinical expertise in lactation, including neonates.
- Excellent assessment and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Experience with adult learning principles and communication.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
- Prior lactation training and/or certification.
Responsibilities
- Assess lactating patients’ physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs using observation, interviews, records, and clinical data; evaluate responses and intervene in a timely manner.
- Manage lactation issues and use appropriate resources to solve problems for inpatients in OB, NICU, and pediatric populations, and for outpatients as needed.
- Develop and update policies, procedures, standards of care, and guidelines for breastfeeding support.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement holistic, individualized patient plans of care, and observe outcomes in accordance with nursing standards and physician directions.
- Support and educate colleagues to improve the overall standard of breastfeeding care.
- Document assessments, outcomes, and plans of care.
- Provide direct patient care and train new associates on breastfeeding techniques and standards of care.
- Develop and present education for clients and hospital staff.
Benefits
- Continuing education opportunities.
- Flexible self-scheduling process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
