Lactation Consultant

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Location pay for full-time positions

Supplemental shift differential

Job summary

Stony Brook University Hospital seeks an IBCLC Lactation Consultant to influence lactation care as an educator and consultant within the nursing staff. The role acts as a resource to breastfeeding mothers and babies, collaborating with physicians and the health team to manage lactation needs.

Required: Bachelor's degree, IBCLC certification, RN licensure, and BLS, plus at least two years of lactation consultant nursing experience. The position includes evening shifts and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• IBCLC certification required; Registered Professional Nurse (RN).
• Minimum of two years of lactation consultant nursing experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in the Clinical Competencies for the Practice of an IBCLC.
• Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team and consults with physicians and others to serve as a direct resource to breastfeeding mothers and babies.
• Works as a Lactation Consultant, collaborating with the mother, the primary nurse, physician and health team in lactation management.
• Integrates knowledge and evidence-based practice to assess and plan lactation care.
• Assists the primary nurse to formulate a nursing care plan for establishment of lactation and breastfeeding.
• Collaborates with all health care team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate lactation problems and treatment outcomes.
• Develops, evaluates and revises policies related to lactation and breastfeeding.
• Monitors hospital practices for lactation and breastfeeding.
• Participates in Quality Improvement for regulatory compliance and patient satisfaction.
• Collaborates with OB/Ped leadership in program development.
• Designs and implements educational programs for families and the community about breastfeeding and human lactation.
• Re-evaluates needs with leadership for program growth.
• Maintains discharge support resources and documents patient education in medical records.
• Follows up with lactating moms within all areas of Stony Brook Hospital.

Education

Bachelor's degree

IBCLC Certification

RN licensure

BLS

Job description

Job Description - Lactation Consultant (2602941)

Position Summary

The IBCLC Lactation Consultant is a member of the nursing staff who influences quality patient care in the area of lactation and breastfeeding through an integral role as educator and consultant.

Duties of the IBCLC Lactation Consultant may include but are not limited to:

• Demonstrates proficiency in the Clinical Competencies for the Practice of an IBCLC.
• Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team and consult with physicians, and other appropriate individuals as necessary in order to serve as a direct resource to breastfeeding mothers and babies.
• Functions as a Lactation Consultant in area of expertise, collaborating with the mother, the primary nurse, physician and related members of the health team in the management of lactation and breastfeeding.
• Integrates knowledge, evidence-based practice and assessment skills that incorporate specific age and culture related care.
• Assists the primary nurse to formulate a nursing care plan for establishment of lactation and breastfeeding.
• Collaborates with all members of the health care team incorporating evidence based practices to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate lactation and breastfeeding problems and to suggest treatment approaches and outcomes.
• Develops, evaluates and revises policies and procedures related to lactation and breastfeeding.
• Monitors and evaluates hospital practices for lactation and breastfeeding.
• Participates in Quality Improvement for regulatory compliance, patient satisfaction, lactation and breastfeeding.
• Collaborates with OB/Ped Leadership in the development of programs.
• Designs and implements educational programs to families, and the community aboutbreastfeeding and human lactation through teaching prenatal and post-natal breastfeeding classes.
• Re-evaluates needs with leadership for program development and growth.
• Assists health care team in maintaining their current knowledge base and competency with breastfeeding through the development of educational programs
• Develops and maintains discharge support resources.
• Provides documented evidence in the medical record of patient/family teaching and their responses and understanding of the teaching. Ensures that patient education and instructions are consistent with that of the physician or designee.
• Follows up with lactating moms within all areas of Stony Brook Hospital who seek a consultation.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position is classified by OSHA as Category 1.

Qualifications

Required: Education: Bachelor degree required. Licensure: IBCLC Certification required; Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Experience: Minimum of two years of lactation consultant nursing experience. Basic Life Support (BLS).

Preferred: Prior experience as a lactation consultant in Pediatric or Obstetrics in a tertiary center or large community center. NRP. NICU, Mother-Baby or Labor and Delivery experience.

Posting Overview:

This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days.An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment.Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date,the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

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Stony Brook University Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $89,760 - $127,975 Base

The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:

Location pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full-time positions ($4000)

Inconvenience pay/supplemental shift differential. ($575)

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.

Job Number:

2602941

Job Field

Nursing

Schedule

Full-time
Shift: Evening Shift
Shift Hours: 15:00-23:30
Pass Days: Variable

Posting Start Date

Aug 28, 2026

Salary Grade

SL3