Lactation & Maternity Care RN

Lutheran Hospital; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus

PTO & EIB

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

401K match

Medical Benefits (month 1)

Job summary

The Registered Nurse Lactation Consultant at Lutheran Hospital provides patient-centered care through the nursing process and coordinates breastfeeding support as part of obstetric and postpartum care. This role requires certification and an RN license, with a focus on safety, education, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Full-time hours are 7a-7p on days, with benefits including sign-on bonus, 401K match, student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive

Qualifications

• RN licensure required (state)**
• Lactation consultant certification required
• Experience with patient assessments and education preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered care following the nursing process.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for side effects.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to develop individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and families on medical conditions, treatment plans, and discharge care.
• Respond to medical emergencies and participate in code team activities.
• Educate on lactation and breastfeeding support.
• Maintain infection control protocols and ensure patient safety.

Skills

RN licensure

Lactation consultant

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Education

RN licensure required

Job description

The Registered Nurse Lactation Consultant at Lutheran Hospital provides patient-centered care through the nursing process and coordinates breastfeeding support as part of obstetric and postpartum care. This role requires certification and an RN license, with a focus on safety, education, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Full-time hours are 7a-7p on days, with benefits including sign-on bonus, 401K match, student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and comprehensive