RN- Lactation Consultant Belgrade Clinic (FT- 0.9 FTE, Day Shift)

Bozeman Health; Belgrade (MT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Bozeman Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Lactation Consultant to provide expert breastfeeding support and education to mothers, babies, and families in Southwest Montana.

The role involves collaborating with healthcare teams, promoting evidence-based breastfeeding practices, and leading classes and workshops to empower families. A BSN, active MT RN license, and IBCLC/CLC certification are required, with NRP within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing and MT RN licensure are required.
• AHA BLS certification is required.
• IBCLC or CLC certification preferred/required.
• NRP certification within 6 months of hire; recert every 2 years.
• Minimum 3 years maternal/child nursing with lactation focus.
• Experience in teaching, communication, and counseling.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group lactation support, including prenatal education and postnatal follow-up.
• Assess maternal and infant health and tailor care plans for successful breastfeeding.
• Educate healthcare providers, families, and community about breastfeeding.
• Identify needs and refer to community resources.
• Develop and lead breastfeeding classes and workshops.
• Promote breastfeeding-friendly practices and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN, BAN)

Montana RN Licensure

AHA BLS certification

IBCLC or CLC certification

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 6 months

3 years clinical maternal/child nursing experience

Experience in teaching, counseling

Job description

Working at Bozeman Health is more than just a job--it's a commitment to caring for the communities of Southwest Montana by being their partner in health and wellness, compassionately delivering the best care for each person, every time. In every role, our employees are inspired by their ability to care for our community and our Culture of Excellence guides each employee to be a high performer, engage in transparent and timely communication, demonstrate dynamic learning and teaching, excel through change, express gratitude and experience joy.

Summary

The Registered Nurse Lactation Consultant provides expert breastfeeding support, education, and counseling to mothers, babies, and families, addressing issues such as latch, milk supply, and feeding techniques. They collaborate with healthcare providers to promote breastfeeding-friendly practices while staying informed on current research to ensure evidence-based care. Working in hospitals, clinics, or private settings, they offer individual consultations, teach classes, and provide ongoing guidance to support successful breastfeeding experiences.

Required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN, BAN).
• Current Montana Licensure Registered Nurse (RN).
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) certification or Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) certification.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification within six (6) months of hire; recertification every two (2) years.
• Three (3) years of clinical experience in maternal/child nursing, with a focus on lactation support.
• Experience in teaching, communication, and counseling.

Preferred

• Affiliation with professional nursing and lactation organizations.
• Knowledge of cultural and socioeconomic factors that may impact breastfeeding practices.

Essential Job Functions

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must maintain timely completion of all required education, trainings, and certifications as assigned and in accordance with Bozeman Health policies, department-specific requirements, applicable certification program and registry requirements, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

• Provide individual and group lactation support services, including prenatal education, in-hospital visits, postpartum home visits, and follow-up support via phone and email.
• Assess and document maternal and infant health, as well as breastfeeding goals, to tailor care plans and ensure successful breastfeeding practices.
• Offer breastfeeding education and counseling to healthcare providers, families, and the community to promote informed decisions and support breastfeeding initiatives.
• Identifies clients in need of additional resources and refer them to appropriate community services to enhance overall care.
• Develops and leads breastfeeding classes and workshops to educate and empower families and healthcare providers.
• Promote breastfeeding-friendly practices by maintaining best practices, integrating research findings, and participating in quality improvement and research initiatives.
• Demonstrate leadership and professionalism through continuous learning, self-evaluation, and adherence to ethical standards, nursing regulations, and current clinical guidelines.
• Foster a safe, health-promoting environment by applying strategies that support wellness and uphold high standards of nursing and lactation care.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrate sound judgment, patience, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• Exercise tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality
• Perform essential job functions successfully in a fast-paced environment
• Learn current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Demonstrate the Bozeman Health SPIRIT values of: Service, People, Integrity, Respect, Improvement, and Teamwork.

Schedule Requirements

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements

Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds): Exerting force and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.

Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.

Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.

Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.

Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.

Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.

Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.

Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.

Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.

Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.

Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.

Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

• Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.