Inpatient Lactation Consultant — Educating & Supporting Moms

CO200 Methodist Womens Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Women's Hospital in Elkhorn, NE is seeking a Lactation Consultant to provide breastfeeding support across inpatient and discharge planning. The role involves assessing mother-infant pairs, creating individualized lactation care plans, and teaching families with current best practices.

The position requires 1 year of relevant health-profession experience and credentials from IBCLC standards; bachelor's degree must be obtained within 5 years of hire.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from an accredited school required.
• Bachelor’s degree must be obtained by hire date.
• 1 year of experience in health professions recognized by IBCLC.

Responsibilities

• Provide lactation support and breastfeeding guidance for inpatient mothers and babies.
• Assess patient needs and develop care plans for lactation support.
• Follow lactation protocols and standards of care; teach patients.
• Educate and support breastfeeding across pregnancy and discharge planning.
• Document assessments and interventions; coordinate with staff and physicians.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Communication

Computer skills

Critical thinking

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree required by hire date

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Methodist Women's Hospital in Elkhorn, NE is seeking a Lactation Consultant to provide breastfeeding support across inpatient and discharge planning. The role involves assessing mother-infant pairs, creating individualized lactation care plans, and teaching families with current best practices.

The position requires 1 year of relevant health-profession experience and credentials from IBCLC standards; bachelor's degree must be obtained within 5 years of hire.