RN Lactation Consultant — Infant Feeding Expert

Socket.dev; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Wisconsin is seeking a Lactation Consultant to join the Lactation Service as a partner in care for breastfeeding families. You will provide advanced clinical assessment, education, and resources to support initiation and continuation of mothers' desired feeding experiences, while following hospital standards and policies.

The role involves collaboration with the care team, discharge planning, staff education, and ongoing credentialing in lactation.

Qualifications

• RN with BSN required
• 2+ years in maternal/child, pediatric or NICU setting preferred
• Knowledge of ILCA guidelines and lactation care principles

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing process and document care in EHR.
• Collaborate with providers for infant nutrition and family advocacy.
• Assist in discharge planning and lactation home needs.
• Support staff education and RN orientation on lactation care.
• Maintain credentialing and pursue continuing education in lactation.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Lactation knowledge

Clinical teamwork

Physical endurance

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Children’s Wisconsin is seeking a Lactation Consultant to join the Lactation Service as a partner in care for breastfeeding families. You will provide advanced clinical assessment, education, and resources to support initiation and continuation of mothers' desired feeding experiences, while following hospital standards and policies.

The role involves collaboration with the care team, discharge planning, staff education, and ongoing credentialing in lactation.