Registered Nurse - Weekend Lactation Consultant

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a part-time Lactation Consultant Registered Nurse at Unity Hospital to guide new mothers in breastfeeding and provide safe infant care. The role emphasizes education, assessment, and support for postpartum families in the August Family Birth Place.

Requires 2 years of lactation experience, an RN license in New York State, and BLS; IBCLC certification is preferred. Weekend shifts with 8- or 12-hour options and opportunities to contribute to staff education.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a lactation consultant.
• Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• RN license in New York State and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Program Development: Inform about the benefits of human milk; provide anticipatory guidance and assist with breastfeeding support and education.
• Individualized Care: Provide tailored assistance to mothers with lactation issues.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Collaborate with health workers and educate staff on lactation management.

Skills

Lactation experience

RN lic NY

IBCLC

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate Degree

RN License in NYS

Job description

Job Title:

Lactation Consultant Registered Nurse

Department:

August Family Birth Place

Location:

Unity Hospital

Hours Per Week:

Part Time - 24 Hours

Schedule:

Weekends - Friday through Saturday; 8- or 12- hour shifts; Day/Evening; Holidays.

SUMMARY

As a RN Lactation Consultant, your demonstrated empathy, patience and excellent ability to guide are key in preparing mothers to breastfeed and providing safe care for infants.

August Family Birth Place

The Lactation Consultant is an RN in the Family Birth Place who will provide expert breastfeeding education, assessment, and support to expectant and new parents. This role assists families with establishing and maintaining successful breastfeeding/chestfeeding practices, identifies and resolves feeding challenges, and collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to promote optimal maternal and infant health outcomes. The nurse will also be oriented to postpartum/delivery care and may, in times of need, have a couplet assignment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Program Development. Inform about the nutritional and physiological benefits of human milk; assist with decision making; provide anticipatory guidance concerning common problems associated with breastfeeding; describe and encourage good infant rooting, latching and suck-swallow pattern; discuss dietary requirements, medications or other substances which may have an effect on breastfeeding
• Individualized Care. Provide individualized assistance to mothers with an identified lactation problem
• Leadership & Collaboration. Collaborate with other health workers in maintaining frequent and regular communication with the breastfeeding dyad; assist with staff education including all aspects of lactation management and clinical issues

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years of experience as a lactation consultant required
• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse license in New York State.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong analytical, computer and communication skills
• Compassionate, kind and patient focused
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light - Clinical - Light clinical roles involve frequent standing and walking, with occasional lifting of light objects (≤20 lbs.) and routine reaching, grasping, and fine manipulation for tasks such as patient care, laboratory work, or specimen processing. Staff rely on strong visual and auditory acuity to accurately observe specimens, read instrumentation, monitor patients, respond to alarms, and communicate effectively with care teams. Cognitive demands include multitasking, prioritizing clinical and laboratory workflows, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Emotional resilience is necessary due to frequent interruptions, shifting priorities, and the need for precise and compassionate interaction with patients and colleagues. Environmental exposures may include infectious materials, biological specimens, cleaning agents, sharps, chemical reagents, and wet surfaces. PPE use, TB testing, and schedule flexibility are commonly required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)
• RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions
• IBCLC - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant - International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE)

PAY RANGE:

$42.06 - $55.70