RN Lactation Consultant — Impactful, Collaborative Care

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

On-site childcare

Retirement programs (TRS)

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Lactation Consultant PRN to support new and breastfeeding families across the unit. You will assess and plan care, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the nursing and medical teams to promote evidence-based lactation support.

Requires RN license in Texas, BLS, NRP; 2 years of lactation experience; IBCLC certification preferred. This PRN role provides flexible coverage within a leading academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Two years of lactation consultant experience required.
• Active RN license in Texas with BLS and NRP credentials.
• IBCLC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document lactation assessments and care plans.
• Educate patients and families about breastfeeding techniques and resources.
• Collaborate with nursing and medical teams to ensure evidence-based lactation support.
• Prioritize lactation interventions based on patient needs and changes in condition.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in care coordination.

Skills

Lactation consulting

Education

RN License (Texas)

BLS Certification

NRP Certification

IBCLC Certification (preferred)

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Lactation Consultant PRN to support new and breastfeeding families across the unit. You will assess and plan care, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the nursing and medical teams to promote evidence-based lactation support.

Requires RN license in Texas, BLS, NRP; 2 years of lactation experience; IBCLC certification preferred. This PRN role provides flexible coverage within a leading academic medical center.