Lactation Care Specialist (RN/IBCLC-Eligible)

Piedmont Healthcare; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Lactation Consultant RN to provide lactation education and support across antepartum, postpartum, and neonatal patients. The role includes coordinating care, monitoring the breastfeeding couplet, and promoting lactation management per nursing standards.

Responsibilities emphasize education for patients and staff, high-quality programs, and adherence to hospital policies. RN licensure in GA is required; IBCLC certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Georgia required.
• IBCLC certification or breast-feeding counselor certification preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Provide lactation education and support to antepartum, postpartum, and neonatal patients.
• Coordinate lactation care and monitor couplet to prevent breastfeeding problems.
• Educate patients and staff on lactation management and best practices.

Skills

Lactation counseling

Education delivery

Clinical nursing

Education

RN licensure in GA

BSN preferred

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Lactation Consultant RN to provide lactation education and support across antepartum, postpartum, and neonatal patients. The role includes coordinating care, monitoring the breastfeeding couplet, and promoting lactation management per nursing standards.

Responsibilities emphasize education for patients and staff, high-quality programs, and adherence to hospital policies. RN licensure in GA is required; IBCLC certification is preferred.