Lactation Consultant RN — IBCLC Pathway (2-Year)

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Missouri Baptist Medical Center is seeking a Lactation Consultant to coordinate care for breastfeeding mothers and support staff with lactation education. The role provides breastfeeding teaching, care planning, and patient education within a Magnet-designated hospital renowned for nursing excellence in St. Louis County.

Qualified candidates include RNs with a Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree; IBCLC preferred. CLC holders willing to pursue IBCLC within two years are considered.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Nursing Diploma or Associate's degree.
• Experience of less than 2 years in nursing or lactation care.

Responsibilities

• Monitors patient response and updates care plan as needed.
• Utilizes nursing process to plan, direct, and provide breastfeeding teaching and support.
• Serves as a resource for lactation education and information within the department.
• Identifies patient and family education needs and coordinates appropriate resources.
• Documents care and education accurately.

Skills

Lactation support

Nurse coordination

Patient education

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's

Job description

Missouri Baptist Medical Center is seeking a Lactation Consultant to coordinate care for breastfeeding mothers and support staff with lactation education. The role provides breastfeeding teaching, care planning, and patient education within a Magnet-designated hospital renowned for nursing excellence in St. Louis County.

Qualified candidates include RNs with a Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree; IBCLC preferred. CLC holders willing to pursue IBCLC within two years are considered.