Lactation Consultant: Breastfeeding Education & Care

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Lactation Consultant to provide assessment, intervention, and education on breastfeeding for families across the network. You will collaborate with obstetric teams, document all teaching, and contribute to competency development among nursing staff.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree in Nursing, at least two years as an OB nurse, excellent communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Suite.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• Minimum of two years of experience as an OB nurse.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide lactation consultation to childbearing families within the Hackensack Meridian Health Network.
• Document fully all teaching and interventions provided to breastfeeding families.
• Assist with nursing staff competencies and physician education regarding breastfeeding.

Skills

OB nursing

Communication

Nursing skills

Electronic documentation

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's or Master's in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Lactation Consultant to provide assessment, intervention, and education on breastfeeding for families across the network. You will collaborate with obstetric teams, document all teaching, and contribute to competency development among nursing staff.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree in Nursing, at least two years as an OB nurse, excellent communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Suite.