Lactation Nurse - Per Diem

Mass General Brigham; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 53,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking a lactation consultant RN to educate and support new mothers, assess breastfeeding needs, and promote successful breastfeeding practices.

You will work with infants in the NICU, develop individualized care plans, address latch issues, and guide pumping and milk storage. Requires RN license, BLS, and CLC; IBCLC preferred. This onsite per diem role offers a competitive hourly pay range.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Nursing required.
• RN license in state of practice.
• BLS certification required.
• CLC Certification required.
• IBCLC certification preferred.
• 1-2 years lactation experience in hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Educate mothers on breastfeeding benefits and proper latch, positioning, and feeding techniques.
• Advise on managing common breastfeeding challenges (nipple pain, engorgement, low milk supply).
• Provide guidance on pumping, storage, and handling of breast milk.
• Conduct assessments of mothers and infants to identify lactation issues.
• Develop individualized care plans and monitor progress over time.
• Collaborate with NICU staff to ensure feeding strategies for preterm or medically fragile babies.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient assessment

Problem-solving

Collaboration with clinicians

Teaching lactation

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary Summary: Responsible for providing specialized care to mothers and infants related to breastfeeding and lactation. Closely with patients to educate, assess, and offer support to ensure successful breastfeeding practices. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions:

• Educate mothers on the benefits of breastfeeding and provide guidance on proper latch, positioning, and feeding techniques.


• Offer advice on managing common breastfeeding challenges such as nipple pain, engorgement, and low milk supply.


• Provide guidance on pumping, storage, and handling of breast milk.


• Conduct thorough assessments of mothers and infants to identify any breastfeeding or lactation problems.


• Develop individualized care plans to address breastfeeding issues and monitor progress over time.


• Work with infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) to ensure appropriate feeding strategies for preterm or medically fragile babies.

Qualifications

Education

Associate’s Degree Nursing required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required


• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers required


• Certified Lactation Consultant [CLC Certification] Certification Required


• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant [IBCLC Certification] preferred

Experience

• Clinical acute care hospital nursing experience 1-2 years required and Experience in a similar role, providing direct care and lactation support 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts in a compassionate, easy-to-understand manner.


• Strong knowledge of patient assessment, particularly in identifying breastfeeding difficulties such as a poor latch or ineffective feeding.


• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to address a wide range of lactation-related issues.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, pediatricians, and nurses.


• Social sensitivity and an understanding of various practices related to breastfeeding.


• Teaching and training abilities to educate both patients and hospital staff on breastfeeding and lactation management.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 789 Central Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $38.71 - $53.29/Hourly Grade WDHRN2

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)


• Walking Frequently (34-66%)


• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)


• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)


• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs


• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)


• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)


• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)


• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)


• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)


• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)


• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)


• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)


• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)


• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)


• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)


• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)


• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)


• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)


• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)


• Talking Constantly (67-100%)


• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

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EEO Statement:

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act of1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s ReadjustmentActof1974, and TitleI of the Americans with Disabilities Act of1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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