Lactation Consultant & Breastfeeding Support Specialist

Hackensack Meridian Health; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 97,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Lactation Consultant to provide assessment, intervention and education on breastfeeding across the network. The role includes documenting teaching, coordinating with staff, and follow-up with new mothers after discharge, with adherence to organizational standards.

Required: Associate's Degree in Nursing and at least two years of OB nursing experience; strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of two years of OB nursing experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assess breastfeeding needs and provide lactation consultation to families.
• Educate patients and families on breastfeeding techniques and care.
• Document teaching and interventions fully in the medical record.
• Coordinate with nursing staff for competency development and physician education.
• Follow up with breastfeeding patients within one week of discharge.

Skills

OB nursing experience

Communication skills

Computer skills (MS Office/Google)

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

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

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Lactation Consultant to provide assessment, intervention and education on breastfeeding across the network. The role includes documenting teaching, coordinating with staff, and follow-up with new mothers after discharge, with adherence to organizational standards.

Required: Associate's Degree in Nursing and at least two years of OB nursing experience; strong communication and computer skills are essential.