Lactation Consultant-RN

NKC Health; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NKC Health in Missouri seeks an RN lactation consultant to provide breastfeeding support under maternal child health leadership. The role focuses on clinical management of breastfeeding and promoting environments that support breastfeeding.

Must hold Missouri RN and IBCLC credentials, with at least one year of breastfeeding counseling experience. Associate in Nursing is required; BSN preferred. Basic computer skills are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year breastfeeding counseling experience.
• RN license issued by the State of Missouri.
• IBCLC certification required.

Skills

Breastfeeding counseling

Patient care

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

Summary

Works under the direction of maternal child health leadership to provide support and care for the lactating patient. Specializes in the clinical management of breastfeeding and lactation, advocates for breastfeeding as a global health imperative, and promotes environments that support breastfeeding.

Experience

Minimum of 1 year breastfeeding counseling experience

Other

Basic Computer Skills.

License/Cert

Required: RN (Registered Nurse) State of Missouri, IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant)

Education

Required: Associates - Nursing, Preferred: Bachelors - Nursing