Lactation Consultant Registered Nurse (RN) - Per diem Day

AAH; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,624 - 78,936; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center is seeking a registered nurse lactation consultant to provide holistic care and education within the Obstetrics/Gynecology and Pediatrics Office. This part‑time role covers 12‑hour day shifts from 7am to 7pm, with a minimum of five shifts every six weeks including at least two weekend shifts.

Salary ranges from $38.20 to $57.30 per hour. Required BSN and at least three years in maternal‑child nursing with IBCLC or equivalent credentials on hire.

Qualifications

• RN license in Illinois is required.
• BSN required and three years of maternal‑child nursing experience.
• IBCLC or CLC/CLS/CLE/CBS with up to two years to obtain IBCLC on hire.
• Basic computer skills and effective communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide lactation care and education to mothers, families, and care teams.
• Develop, implement and evaluate lactation care plans.
• Act as liaison between hospital and community for lactation education and support.
• Coordinate care with health care providers to address lactation issues.
• Assess, plan, intervene and evaluate care across developmental stages.
• Engage in education for mothers, families, and staff and lead learning programs.
• Participate in lactation program development and quality/safety initiatives.
• Maintain referral contacts and contribute to policy development for lactation practice.
• Collect data and evaluate progress toward goals and health outcomes.
• Engage in evidence-based practice and ongoing lactation research.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Education

BSN required

3+ years Maternal-Child Nursing

Job description

Position Summary

Acting as a registered nurse lactation consultant, the incumbent provides holistic care and education to mothers, families, and health care teams within the Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center’s Obstetrics/Gynecology and Pediatrics Office. The role operates on a part‑time schedule, covering 12 HR day shifts from 7am–7pm, with a minimum of five shifts every six weeks, including at least two weekend shifts. Salary ranges from $38.20 to $57.30 per hour.

Major Responsibilities

• Lactation Management
  
  • Serve as a consultant for lactation issues beyond the knowledge of health care providers.
  • Consult, develop, and implement lactation care plans.
  • Act as a liaison between the hospital and community, providing education and support.
  • Provide a communication link between the hospital and health care providers to coordinate patient care for lactation and breastfeeding problems.
  • Demonstrate appropriate assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation based on developmental stages.
• Education
  
  • Provide education for mothers and families on correct lactation management.
  • Educate patients, families, and team members.
  • Develop and implement an annual lactation educational program for the healthcare team.
• Process Improvement
  
  • Participate in development and implementation of the lactation program.
  • Work with shared governance on lactation matters.
  • Develop policies, procedures, algorithms, and guidelines specific to lactation practice.
  • Identify, monitor, and evaluate quality and safety issues related to practice.
  • Maintain the phone consultation system for lactation questions.
  • Represent the lactation department at unit, system, and community meetings.
• Assessment
  
  • Collect comprehensive data on mother‑baby health.
  • Analyze assessment data to create nursing diagnoses and determine interventions.
  • Coordinate plan‑of‑care implementation with the health care team.
  • Consult to influence plan decisions and effect change.
  • Evaluate progress toward goals and health outcomes.
• Evidence Based Practice
  
  • Evaluate and integrate research findings into lactation practice.
  • Maintain current knowledge of lactation research and apply it in practice.
  • Participate in lactation research projects.
  • Pursue continuing education relevant to lactation consultant practice through journals, workshops, seminars, conferences, and accredited courses.

Licensure & Credentials

Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois.

Education & Experience

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.

Minimum three years of experience in Maternal‑Child Nursing.

Certifications

• Certified International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required or
• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Lactation Specialist (CLS), Lactation Educator (CLE), or Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS) with up to two years to obtain IBCLC on hire.

Other Requirements

• Basic computer skills.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Critical thinking and timely decision making.
• Collaboration as a member of the health care team.
• Knowledge of lactation equipment and supplies.
• Current BLS and NRP certification through the American Heart Association.

Physical & Work Conditions

Flexible hours based on customer needs; ability to prioritize independently and handle multiple simultaneous requests.

May be exposed to hazardous materials and life‑threatening diseases.

Lifting requirements: up to 30lbs for patient handling; up to 35lbs without assistance; use of patient handling equipment when necessary.

Benefits and Compensation

Base compensation within the pay range; shift, on‑call, and incentive pay may apply based on role.