Lactation Educator RN

Providence; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence is seeking a nursing professional to encourage and support breastfeeding at Kadlec Regional Medical Center. The role includes updating staff on breastfeeding information and performing related duties across inpatient, outpatient, prenatal, and employee populations.

The position is per diem/on-call with variable shifts, requiring RN licensure and BLS certification, and at least 1 year of nursing experience focused on breastfeeding.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (or higher) or in progress; if BSN or higher is in progress, must be completed within 3 years from date of hire.
• Washington Registered Nurse License upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire.
• 1 year recent nursing experience, with emphasis on breast-feeding experience.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and support breastfeeding for Kadlec Medical Center families (inpatients, outpatients, prenatal clients and employees).
• Update nursing staff/Physicians on current information regarding breast-feeding and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Breastfeeding support

Nursing care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (or higher) or in progress

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

Job description

Under the general direction of the Unit Manager performs activities to encourage and support breast feeding to Kadlec Medical Center families including inpatients, outpatients, prenatal clients and employees. Updates nursing staff/Physicians on current information regarding breast-feeding and performs related duties as assigned.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Kadlec Regional Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Shift Details:

Per diem/On-call, Variable shift.

Required Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Bachelor\'s Degree Nursing (or higher degree) from an accredited educational institution, or degree in progress. If BSN or higher is in progress, must be completed within 3 years from date of hire.
• upon hire: Washington Registered Nurse License.
• upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
• 1 year Recent nursing experience, with emphasis on breast-feeding experience.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of providing safe, compassionate care.

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