Lactation Consultant - The Birth Place - Part Time

Southern New Hampshire Health System; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, prescription, and eye

Short term & Long term disability

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement savings

Education & paid training

Job summary

Birth Place at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center is seeking a part-time Lactation Consultant to support breastfeeding patients within our Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum unit. The role involves creating education materials, coordinating with the care team, and providing outpatient lactation guidance to families.

We value ongoing education and offer diverse benefits. The position requires an RN license in NH and IBCLC certification, with weekend rotation as part of a 24-hour per

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current NH licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• IBCLC certification required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of breastfeeding handouts, protocols and education for staff and parents.
• Provide referrals for breast pump rental or Durable Medical Equipment providers.
• Incorporate age-specific developmental needs, prevention strategies, and education into plans of care.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to resolve inpatient and outpatient breastfeeding issues.
• Provide outpatient lactation consultations and telephone guidance to families.
• Participate in data collection and chart reviews to improve Lactation Services quality.

Skills

IBCLC

Education

RN Licensure (NH)

IBCLC Certification

Job description

Come work at the best place to give and receive care!Job Description:Who We Are:The Birth Place at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center is an 18-room Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum unit providing family-centered care for over 1,000 births annually. As a four-time Magnet-designated facility, we uphold the highest standards of nursing excellence, guided by AWHONN best practices and supported by the OBIX Perinatal Data System for continuous fetal monitoring. Staffed 24/7 by board-certified Obstetricians and Certified Nurse Midwives, our multidisciplinary team—including RNs, LNAs, Health Unit Coordinators, lactation consultants, and pediatric and obstetric providers—delivers compassionate, expert care in a seamless environment that includes a Level II Special Care Nursery with Mass General-affiliated Neonatologists. We promote ongoing education and certification in fetal monitoring, neonatal resuscitation, and obstetric emergency management to ensure safe, personalized care for every family.About the Job:As a member of the Patient Care Services team, the Lactation Consultant assesses, develops, and implements a culturally appropriate plan of care to support the breastfeeding patient. This role communicates in an open, positive, and therapeutic manner with patients, their families, and the healthcare teamWhat You’ll Do:Participate in development of breastfeeding handouts, protocols and education for staff and parents. Make appropriate referrals to support the patient’s desire to breastfeed (i.e. breast pump rental or Durable Medical Equipment providers).Incorporate age-specific, developmental needs, prevention strategies, and education into plans of care.Collaborate with healthcare team members to resolve inpatient and outpatient breastfeeding issues.Provide outpatient lactation consultations and telephone guidance to families.Participate in gathering of statistics, chart reviews or other activities to improve the quality of Lactation Services.Who You Are:Graduate from an accredited school of nursingCurrent NH licensure as a Registered NurseMust have IBCLCWhy You’ll Love Us:Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employeesShort term, Long term disabilityTuition Reimbursement403(b) Retirement Savings PlanEducation & Paid training courses for continued career progression& So much more!Work Shift:Part-time 24 hours per week 7 a.m. - 3 p.m weekend rotationSolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.