Lactation Consultant Registered Nurse

Affinity Home Health Care Inc; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Home Health Care Inc is seeking a Lactation Consultant‑RN to provide expert lactation assessments, develop feeding plans, and deliver hands-on education to breastfeeding families. You will collaborate with physicians and nursing staff, document care in the electronic health record, and support Baby-Friendly initiatives while maintaining patient-centered care and ongoing learning.

This role emphasizes evidence-based practice, quality improvement participation, and compassionate support

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensure required.
• Expert lactation support and breastfeeding education experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills essential.
• Ability to develop individualized care plans and provide hands-on demonstrations.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert lactation assessments for breastfeeding patients and families.
• Develop individualized feeding plans to support optimal breastfeeding and newborn nutrition.
• Deliver hands-on education on breastfeeding techniques, pumping, and feeding practices.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Document care and interventions accurately in the electronic health record.
• Support hospital initiatives focused on quality improvement and Baby-Friendly practices.

Skills

Lactation support

Breastfeeding education

Communication

Team collaboration

Care plan development

Hands-on demonstrations

Patient-centered care

Education

RN licensure

Job description

• Provide expert lactation assessments for breastfeeding patients and families.
• Develop individualized feeding plans to support optimal breastfeeding and newborn nutrition.
• Deliver hands‑on education on breastfeeding techniques, pumping, and feeding practices.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Document care and interventions accurately in the electronic health record.
• Support hospital initiatives focused on quality improvement and Baby‑Friendly practices.

Role: Lactation Consultant‑RN

Responsibilities

• Provide expert lactation assessments for breastfeeding patients and families.
• Develop individualized feeding plans to support optimal breastfeeding and newborn nutrition.
• Deliver hands‑on education on breastfeeding techniques, pumping, and feeding practices.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Document care and interventions accurately in the electronic health record.
• Support hospital initiatives focused on quality improvement and Baby‑Friendly practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• Expertise in lactation support and breastfeeding education.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to develop individualized care plans and provide hands‑on demonstrations.
• Commitment to patient‑centered care and continuous learning.