RN Lactation Consultant I: Breastfeeding Support & Education

Wakemed; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals is seeking a Lactation Consultant I to provide clinical care and education to breastfeeding mothers and their babies. The role includes consultative support and education for nursing and medical staff as well as community breastfeeding groups.

The position emphasizes collaboration with hospital teams, patient education, and guidance for breastfeeding techniques, with involvement in staff training and community resources.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse required.
• IBCLC certification required within 1 year of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Graduate nursing required or enrolled in accredited program with required licensure/certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care, support and education to breastfeeding mothers and babies.
• Provide consultative support and education to nursing and medical staff and community breastfeeding support groups.

Skills

Clinical care

Breastfeeding education

Staff education

Education

RN licensure

IBCLC certification within 1 year

Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred

Job description

WakeMed Health & Hospitals is seeking a Lactation Consultant I to provide clinical care and education to breastfeeding mothers and their babies. The role includes consultative support and education for nursing and medical staff as well as community breastfeeding groups.

The position emphasizes collaboration with hospital teams, patient education, and guidance for breastfeeding techniques, with involvement in staff training and community resources.