IBCLC RN: Breastfeeding Medicine in a Magnet Center

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville seeks an experienced Registered Nurse in Breastfeeding Medicine to deliver evidence-based, family-centered postpartum and antepartum care. You will work within a Magnet-recognized academic medical center, collaborating with obstetricians, neonatologists, and lactation consultants to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

The role balances routine postpartum care with higher-acuity antepartum cases, emphasizing education, documentation, and compassionate family

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program; BSN required within 5 years of hire.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• 1 year of relevant nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to postpartum mothers and newborns, including assessments, medication administration, and patient education.
• Support antepartum patients requiring monitoring, stabilization, and specialized interventions.
• Promote and facilitate breastfeeding, bonding, and newborn care education.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to coordinate individualized care plans.
• Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and respond with clinical precision.
• Document care accurately while maintaining regulatory and quality standards.
• Engage with families to provide emotional support and education during their care journey.

Education

BSN (within 5 years)

Virginia RN license

AHA BLS certification

Job description

UVA Health in Charlottesville seeks an experienced Registered Nurse in Breastfeeding Medicine to deliver evidence-based, family-centered postpartum and antepartum care. You will work within a Magnet-recognized academic medical center, collaborating with obstetricians, neonatologists, and lactation consultants to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes.

The role balances routine postpartum care with higher-acuity antepartum cases, emphasizing education, documentation, and compassionate family