Registered Nurse - Weekend Lactation Consultant

105 Unity Hospital of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health’s Unity Hospital seeks an RN Lactation Consultant to provide expert breastfeeding education, assessment, and support for expectant and new parents in the August Family Birth Place. The role emphasizes compassionate guidance, cooperative care with physicians and nurses, and promotion of optimal maternal and infant health outcomes.

This part-time, 24-hour-per-week position covers weekends (Friday–Saturday) with 8- or 12-hour shifts, day/evening hours, and holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience as a lactation consultant.
• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing; RN license in NY; BLS certification.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program development: educate on human milk, assist with feeding decisions, guide latching and feeding patterns.
• Individualized care: assist mothers with identified lactation problems.
• Leadership & collaboration: coordinate with care teams and educate staff on lactation management.

Skills

Lactation consultant experience

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree

RN license NY

BLS certification

Job description

Job Title: Lactation Consultant

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

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

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

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. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$42.06 - $55.70

CITY: Rochester

POSTAL CODE: 14626

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.