IBCLC Inpatient Lactation Specialist

marywashingtonhealthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare seeks a Lactation Specialist to provide inpatient lactation support, education, and clinical guidance to breastfeeding families. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and the health team to develop coordinated lactation plans and ensure thorough documentation in the EMR.

The successful candidate will conduct lactation consultations, educate parents in one-on-one or group settings, and participate in quality initiatives related to maternal-infant care within a

Qualifications

• RN license or eligibility in Virginia.
• IBCLC required or progress toward IBCLC within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient lactation consultations and assessments.
• Deliver breastfeeding education in 1:1 or group settings.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop lactation plans.
• Document all patient assessments and progress in EMR.
• Support high-risk mother-infant dyads, including premature infants.

Skills

BLS Certification

RN License (Virginia)

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Patient Counseling

Education

Associate's degree in nursing or related healthcare field

IBCLC Certification

AHA BLS Certification

Tools

IBCLC tools & evidence-based lactation guidance

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare seeks a Lactation Specialist to provide inpatient lactation support, education, and clinical guidance to breastfeeding families. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and the health team to develop coordinated lactation plans and ensure thorough documentation in the EMR.

The successful candidate will conduct lactation consultations, educate parents in one-on-one or group settings, and participate in quality initiatives related to maternal-infant care within a