RN Lactation Consultant - Day Shift, Elevate Newborn Care

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

On-site childcare

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Lactation Consultant for a Full Time Day Shift. The role requires RN licensure in Texas with BLS and NRP certifications; IBCLC is preferred. The incumbent will perform lactation assessments, develop care plans with the care team, and educate patients and families.

The position emphasizes patient-centered lactation care, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support new families and promote optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• 2 years lactation consultant experience required.
• RN license in Texas and BLS/NRP certifications required.
• IBCLC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document comprehensive lactation assessments for patients across age groups.
• Develop care plans based on assessment and coordinate with the health care team.
• Identify and implement nursing interventions and document actions timely.
• Prioritize lactation interventions based on patient condition and assessment findings.
• Educate patients and families and document discharge planning.

Skills

Lactation consultant experience

RN license (TX)

BLS certification

NRP certification

Education

RN license

IBCLC certification

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Lactation Consultant for a Full Time Day Shift. The role requires RN licensure in Texas with BLS and NRP certifications; IBCLC is preferred. The incumbent will perform lactation assessments, develop care plans with the care team, and educate patients and families.

The position emphasizes patient-centered lactation care, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support new families and promote optimal outcomes.