Lactation Care RN | NICU & New Mother Support

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking a Lactation Consultant RN to provide specialized breastfeeding support to mothers and infants. You will educate on latch, feeding techniques, and pump-related care, working closely with NICU teams to tailor plans for each baby.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Nursing, current RN license, and BLS certification. CLC is required; IBCLC preferred. Per diem, onsite position with day shifts and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
• RN license required.
• BLS certification required.
• CLC certification required.
• IBCLC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Educate mothers on breastfeeding techniques.
• Address lactation challenges and comfort.
• Guide pumping, storage, and handling of breast milk.
• Assess mothers and infants for lactation issues.
• Develop and monitor personalized care plans.
• Collaborate with NICU on feeding strategies for fragile babies.

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking a Lactation Consultant RN to provide specialized breastfeeding support to mothers and infants. You will educate on latch, feeding techniques, and pump-related care, working closely with NICU teams to tailor plans for each baby.

The role requires an Associate's Degree in Nursing, current RN license, and BLS certification. CLC is required; IBCLC preferred. Per diem, onsite position with day shifts and competitive hourly pay.