Lactation Consultant

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Lactation Consultant to provide expert breast feeding education and support to mothers and families. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses and other health care professionals, promoting evidence-based care across the perinatal continuum.

This role emphasizes education planning, direction, and evaluation, with potential for 24-hour education coverage and community outreach as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Registered Nursing.
• Current Ohio RN license; IBCLC within one year if not certified.
• Nursing experience in a relevant healthcare setting; patient education experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide breast feeding knowledge and skills to patients and families.
• Plan, direct, and evaluate breast-feeding education for the department.
• Collaborate with the patient care team and other health care providers.
• Support ongoing community education and agency collaboration.

Skills

Patient education

Collaboration

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

IBCLC certification

Job description

Job Title

Lactation Consultant

Department

University Hospital | Women and Infants Administration

Scope of Position

The Lactation Consultant (LC) collaborates with the patient care team, other health care professionals and the community to provide patients with breast feeding knowledge and skill. The lactation consultant is responsible for the overall planning, direction, and evaluation of breast-feeding education for the Department of women and Infants Nursing and the Medical Center. The focus of care is breast feeding education for patients, the community, and health care providers. The Department of Women and Infants Nursing provides comprehensive breastfeeding education to inpatients, outpatients, and the community on a 24-hr basis.

Position Summary

Responsible for assessing, planning, managing, coordinating, directing, and evaluating breast feeding education provided to patients and their family/ support persons by the patient care team in Department of Women’s and Infants Nursing. The LC prioritizes breast feeding education needs of patients and collaborates with the patient care team and other health care providers. Ongoing community education and agency collaboration is essential.

Minimum Qualifications For Hire

Graduate of an accredited school of Registered Nursing. Baccalaureate degree in nursing or related field desired; current Ohio license, certification as a lactation consultant preferred; previous nursing experience in a relevant healthcare setting preferred; prior patient education and women and infant nursing experience desired. Ongoing: Maintain Ohio RN license; meet mandatory educational and health requirements; maintain knowledge related to patient care issues, quality improvement and cost reduction, current policies, procedures, and protocols. Attain IBCLC within one year of hire if not already certified.

Additional Information

Hours could be 11a-11p or 1a -1p The Lactation Consultant is a key member of the Women’s and Infant Services team at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. This role provides expert lactation support, education, and counseling to mothers and families, promoting successful breastfeeding outcomes through evidence-based care. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the Lactation Consultant supports patients across the perinatal continuum while advancing patient-centered, family-focused care in a leading academic medical center.

Location

University Hospital (0870)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

36

Shift

Second Shift

Background Screening

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity and Benefits

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. At Ohio State, you’ll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that’s right for you. Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.