RN Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) — Part-Time

highmarkhealth; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee parking

Benefits package

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network (AHN) values expert lactation care provided by a certified lactation consultant. You will serve as a clinical consultant to nursing staff and physicians, managing complex breastfeeding dyads for both inpatients and outpatients, while educating families on best practices.

The role emphasizes evidence-based care, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and ongoing program development within the lactation services department.

Qualifications

• Current State of PA RN licensure OR current multi-state licensure through eNLC
• International Board Certification as Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
• Preferred BA/BS Degree; 3 years obstetrics and/or birthing center experience; IBCLC experience may be preferred

Responsibilities

• Practices autonomously to provide expert lactation care and clinical management for inpatient and outpatient breastfeeding dyads.
• Provides education and consultation to patients and health care team members using evidence based practice standards.
• Assists with daily operations of the lactation services and supports equipment and materials within the hospital.
• Participates in marketing activities related to Lactation Services.
• Contributes to divisional and organizational goals and may help develop lactation programs and policies.

Skills

RN licensure

IBCLC certification

Patient education

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Allegheny Health Network (AHN) values expert lactation care provided by a certified lactation consultant. You will serve as a clinical consultant to nursing staff and physicians, managing complex breastfeeding dyads for both inpatients and outpatients, while educating families on best practices.

The role emphasizes evidence-based care, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and ongoing program development within the lactation services department.