Lactation Consultant I, RN - Lactation Services
Wakemed
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Job summary
WakeMed Health & Hospitals is seeking a Lactation Consultant I to provide clinical care and education to breastfeeding mothers and their babies. The role includes consultative support and education for nursing and medical staff as well as community breastfeeding groups.
The position emphasizes collaboration with hospital teams, patient education, and guidance for breastfeeding techniques, with involvement in staff training and community resources.
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse required.
- IBCLC certification required within 1 year of hire.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
- Graduate nursing required or enrolled in accredited program with required licensure/certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical care, support and education to breastfeeding mothers and babies.
- Provide consultative support and education to nursing and medical staff and community breastfeeding support groups.
Skills
Education
Job description
The Lactation Consultant I provides clinical care, support and education to breastfeeding mothers and their babies. The Lactation Consultant will also provide consultative support and education to nursing and medical staff and community breastfeeding support groups.
The Lactation Consultant I provides clinical care, support and education to breastfeeding mothers and their babies. The Lactation Consultant will also provide consultative support and education to nursing and medical staff and community breastfeeding support groups.
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
Registered Nurse Required - And International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Required - Within 1 Year of Hire
Graduate Nursing Required - Or Enrolled in Accredited Program Nursing Required - With Required Licensure/Certification - And Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred
2 Years Clinical - Breastfeeding Required - And Education - Teaching and Facilitation of Learning Required
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