Certified Lactation Consultant (RN, IBCLC) - Family Birthing Center (Per Diem)

Hartford HealthCare; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Per Diem Lactation Consultant to provide breastfeeding support and education to patients and families. The ideal candidate will assist in establishing lactation and resolving breastfeeding difficulties through personalized care plans and consultations.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, at least one year of experience as an IBCLC, and a current Connecticut RN license. Strong communication skills are essential, with multilingual abilities preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• One year experience as International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
• Current unrestricted license in Connecticut to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Current certification as International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Multilingual skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and education regarding breastfeeding to patients and families.
• Assist patients with lactation establishment and resolve breastfeeding difficulties.
• Develop care plans with staff to meet patient needs.
• Provide follow-up through calls or consultations in various settings.
• Collaborate with lactation team members to develop policies and protocols.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Multilingual

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Location

Backus Hospital (10309)

Shift

Per diem lactation consultant. Preferred availability includes some weekends and off shift.

Job Summary

The Internationally Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) reports to the Regional Director of Women’s Health. They will provide support, education and information regarding breastfeeding to patients and families. They will assist patients with the establishment of lactation, identify and aid in resolution of breastfeeding difficulties, develop care plans with staff to meet patient’s individual needs, and provide follow-up through phone calls or private consultations in an inpatient or outpatient setting. They also provide information and education regarding breastfeeding to all appropriate staff and assist in the development of policies and protocols, working collaboratively with the members of the lactation team at Backus Hospital as well as throughout the system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• One (1) year experience as International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
• Current unrestricted license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut
• Current certification as International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills
• Multilingual preferred