Part-Time Lactation Consultant – Day Shift

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Lactation Consultant for the part-time day shift (0600-1430) with variable weekend and holiday rotation. The role focuses on enhancing breastfeeding outcomes in the in-patient setting, with responsibilities spanning policy orientation, interdisciplinary consultation, and direct support for mothers and families.

Minimum qualifications include an RN license and 3 years of lactation counseling experience; IBCLC certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma RN with 3 years of lactation counseling experience.
• Ability to perform assessments and nursing functions as taught in basic nursing preparation.
• Strong communication and teaching skills for staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Orients new nursing staff to the newborn feeding policy and practice guidelines.
• Consults with an interdisciplinary team in the development, implementation, and evaluation of breastfeeding protocols.
• Provides assistance via telephone to pregnant and lactating women requiring information, counseling, and follow-up.
• Provides breastfeeding assessment, support, and counseling in routine and high risk, complicated, clinical situations for the breastfeeding family in obstetrical and pediatric areas.
• Serves as a clinical expert and consultant in the care of the breastfeeding family.
• Plans, teaches, and conducts in-service education for maternal child health and nursing staff providers.
• Reviews and maintains files of current research and literature and serves as a resource person to health care providers and breastfeeding families.

Skills

Lactation counseling

Effective communication

Staff education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN license (PA)

IBCLC Certification

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Lactation Consultant for the part-time day shift (0600-1430) with variable weekend and holiday rotation. The role focuses on enhancing breastfeeding outcomes in the in-patient setting, with responsibilities spanning policy orientation, interdisciplinary consultation, and direct support for mothers and families.

Minimum qualifications include an RN license and 3 years of lactation counseling experience; IBCLC certification is preferred.