Lactation Consultant Women's Health

OhioHealth; Pickerington (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a Lactation Nurse to develop and implement lactation services, including clinical, rental, and retail support. The role delivers individualized patient care through consultations and a help line, within a high-reliability organizational mindset.

The position focuses on breastfeeding education, equipment coordination, and cross-department collaboration to maintain continuum of care in perinatal services, with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• RN license in Ohio is required.
• BSN or higher nursing degree.
• Must obtain CLC or IBCLC within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Educate and assist with breastfeeding problems beyond standard nursing care.
• Coordinate breast pumps, rental and sales of retail accessories.
• Provide prenatal and post-discharge classes and support for breastfeeding mothers.
• Collaborate on policies and materials for the Lactation Program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Clinical skills

Education

RN license (Ohio)

BSN/degree in nursing

CLC or IBCLC certification within 6 months

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

This position participates in the development and implementation of lactation services which may include: clinical, rental and retail services. They are responsible for the provision of patient care through individualized consultation, telephone help line.

Responsibilities And Duties

• 80% Provides education, demonstration and assistance with the correction of breastfeeding problems for mothers and infants, beyond the scope of normal nursing care, during individualized sessions before, during or after the hospital stay. May be asked to perform staff registered nurse duties.
• 8% Maintains equipment, supplies and educational material needed for patient care. Coordinates breast pumps and retail accessories - rental and sales.
• 5% May provides prenatal and post discharge classes and support for breastfeeding mothers. Participates in education and training of other Lactation Nurse
• 2% Collaborates in writing policies, procedures, standards and educational materials for Lactation Program and is responsible for maintaining the continuum of care with Lactation Consultant
• 3% Engages in continuing education for self-development and growth. Remains current on all necessary information.
• Reads current related obstetric, pediatric and lactation literature.
• 2% May participates in research, planning and application for CEU's and implements in‑services for staff for breastfeeding information.
• As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.
• The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's DegreeRN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing
• Diploma, Associate degree, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Current Ohio RN license.
• BSN required at 5 years of employment.
• Must obtain Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or professional certification as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) within 6 months of hire.

Specialized Knowledge

• Highly developed interpersonal relationship skills.
• Advanced leadership, communication and clinical skills.
• Thorough understanding of the principles of adult education.
• Strong knowledge base in physiology and pathophysiology related to breastfeeding patient.
• Clinical experience in perinatal areas with focus on post-partum care.

Work Shift

Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours : As Needed Department Womens Health Admin

Join us! ... if your passion is to work in a caring environment ... if you believe that learning is a life-long process ... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.

OhioHealth is a nationally recognized, innovative healthcare system delivering world-class patient care in a supportive, professional environment filled with limitless opportunities to learn and grow. We are a unique organization in the healthcare field. Our model system of facilities encompasses a wide scope of expertise and care. For professionals, we are a place where people committed to doing their best are given the tools and resources to accomplish our mission every single day. OhioHealth is recognized as a Great Place to Work CertifiedTM organization. The Great Place to Work is a global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. This recognition is one measure of our success in achieving a part of our vision – to be an organization "where people want to work."

to improve the health of those we serve.