Lactation Consultant RN II — Level IV NICU, 24/7 Care

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 57,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC, seeks a Lactation Consultant RN II in a Level IV NICU to provide lactation assessment, education, and evidence-based interventions for fragile neonates and families. You will work with neonatologists, bedside nurses, and subspecialists to develop feeding plans supporting growth and breastfeeding outcomes.

This role requires an RN license, IBCLC certification, and 3 years neonatal nursing plus 1 year lactation experience, with orientation through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (Required)
• 3 years Neonatal nursing experience (Required)
• 1 year Experience as a lactation consultant (Required)
• Must successfully complete hospital orientation at CNMC

Responsibilities

• Participate in Shared Nursing Leadership.
• Contribute to CNMC Magnet Journey and Nursing Performance Improvement.
• Document lactation assessments, teaching, and care plans in the medical record.
• Provide resources for parent and staff lactation education and evaluate effectiveness.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Lactation consultant

IBCLC

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

RN License

IBCLC Certification

Job description

Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC, seeks a Lactation Consultant RN II in a Level IV NICU to provide lactation assessment, education, and evidence-based interventions for fragile neonates and families. You will work with neonatologists, bedside nurses, and subspecialists to develop feeding plans supporting growth and breastfeeding outcomes.

This role requires an RN license, IBCLC certification, and 3 years neonatal nursing plus 1 year lactation experience, with orientation through