Lactation Support Nurse & Educator (RN/IBCLC)

Carle-Health; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a knowledgeable lactation specialist to support breastfeeding mothers and babies. You will provide education to patients, staff and physicians, and you’ll orient new nurses while participating in unit councils and community events.

Responsibilities include developing breast-feeding plans, initiating milk production, and coordinating follow-up after discharge with multidisciplinary teams. The role emphasizes evidence-based care and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Illinois.
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC).
• Certified Lactation Specialist (CLS).
• IBCLC certification within 5 years of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provides education for patients, staff and physicians.
• Orients new nursing employees.
• Participates in unit councils.
• Provides parent education in 1:1 and group settings.
• Represents Carle Health at community events.
• Documents care accurately in the EMR and plans post-discharge follow-up.
• Develops comprehensive breast-feeding plans and initiates milk production.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to improve patient care.

Skills

RN Licensed

IBCLC Certified

CLC Certified

CLS Certified

Education

College Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Carle Health seeks a knowledgeable lactation specialist to support breastfeeding mothers and babies. You will provide education to patients, staff and physicians, and you’ll orient new nurses while participating in unit councils and community events.

Responsibilities include developing breast-feeding plans, initiating milk production, and coordinating follow-up after discharge with multidisciplinary teams. The role emphasizes evidence-based care and patient safety.