Lactation Consultant/RN

Azza HealthCare Agency; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks a Registered Nurse to coordinate patient and staff education on breastfeeding within a hospital setting. The role emphasizes promoting evidence-based lactation support and protecting patient breastfeeding rights.

You will collaborate with obstetric and medical teams to implement best practices, educate staff, and empower new mothers with practical breastfeeding guidance and care planning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Three years of nursing experience, with at least one year in obstetrics focused on breastfeeding.
• Current Nevada RN license; IBCLC or CLC certification.
• Current BLS and NRP certifications.
• Knowledge of Nevada State Board of Nursing Practice.

Responsibilities

• Providing breastfeeding education and support to patients and staff.
• Collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance breastfeeding practices.
• Promoting best practices in lactation care.

Skills

IBCLC or CLC certification

BLS certification

NRP certification

Strong patient education

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Current Nevada RN license

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves coordinating patient and staff education to support, protect, and promote breastfeeding within a hospital setting.

Responsibilities Include

• Providing breastfeeding education and support to patients and staff
• Collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance breastfeeding practices
• Promoting best practices in lactation care

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Minimum of three years of nursing experience, with at least one year in obstetrics focused on breastfeeding
• Current Nevada RN license
• IBCLC or CLC certification
• Current BLS and NRP certifications
• Knowledge of Nevada State Board of Nursing Practice

Key Attributes

• Strong patient education and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams
• Commitment to promoting breastfeeding and maternal health