Lactation Consultant: Empowering Breastfeeding Families

Hackensack Meridian Health; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a Lactation Consultant to assess, intervene, and educate families choosing to breastfeed. You will provide lactation consultations across the network, document interventions, and support nursing staff and physicians in breastfeeding care.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree and a minimum of two years as an OB nurse, with NJ RN licensure. Preferred IBCLC certification within 3 years of hire; strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required; RN licensure in NJ.
• Two+ years OB nursing experience; lactation knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide lactation consultation to childbearing families.
• Communicate with professional staff regarding breastfeeding patients and document teaching.
• Assist with nursing staff competencies and physician education regarding breastfeeding.

Skills

Nursing

Communication

OB experience

Computer skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing

NJ RN License

AHA BLS

IBCLC certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health seeks a Lactation Consultant to assess, intervene, and educate families choosing to breastfeed. You will provide lactation consultations across the network, document interventions, and support nursing staff and physicians in breastfeeding care.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree and a minimum of two years as an OB nurse, with NJ RN licensure. Preferred IBCLC certification within 3 years of hire; strong communication and computer skills are essential.