Lactation Consultant - NICU, FT Days- VCH

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Lactation Consultant for the NICU. This full-time role offers an opportunity to support mothers in achieving their breastfeeding goals while working collaboratively within a healthcare team. You will assess and manage complex lactation issues, develop educational programs, and mentor staff. The organization values skilled nursing care and is committed to fostering an environment where your expertise will be recognized and your professional growth encouraged. Join a community that is dedicated to making a difference in health and wellness.

Benefits

Health plans

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Disability coverage

Childcare support

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in lactation consulting.
• Ability to manage complex lactation issues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care for inpatient mother-baby pairs and neonates.
• Develops and revises childbirth and breastfeeding classes for parents.
• Creates staff education on breastfeeding management.

Skills

Mentoring & Coaching

Operations Management

Lactation Knowledge

Nursing Patient Education

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified Lactation Consultant

LIC-Registered Nurse

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Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

Organization: NICU

Job Summary: Applies in-depth knowledge of maternal and neonatal conditions affecting breastfeeding. Assesses and manages complex lactation issues, supporting mothers in achieving their breastfeeding goals. Acts as a member of the healthcare team as a consultant, educator, and mentor to staff and patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides direct care for inpatient mother-baby pairs and neonates.
• Develops and revises childbirth, newborn care, postpartum, and breastfeeding classes for expectant and new parents.
• Creates and updates staff education on breastfeeding management for healthcare professionals.
• Assists in managing the breast pump rental station.
• Manages workflow in the perinatal education department.

Technical Capabilities:

• Mentoring & Coaching (Intermediate)
• Operations Management (Novice)
• Lactation Knowledge (Intermediate)
• Nursing Patient Education (Intermediate)

Our Nursing Philosophy: We believe skilled nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt's mission. Nursing is an art and science dedicated to helping people achieve health and well-being.

Benefits include health plans, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, disability coverage, childcare support, and more.

Position Qualifications: Certified Lactation Consultant, LIC-Registered Nurse, Bachelor’s degree, 3 years relevant experience.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Healthcare Provider

Industries: Medical Practices and Hospitals