Lactation Consultant RN - Obstetrics and Gynecology

About the Role

The Lactation Consultant will provide skilled lactation care and instruction to breastfeeding mothers and infants throughout the healthcare facility, including inpatient and outpatient settings. Promotes breastfeeding and assists with facilitating change within the clinical settings using evidence-based care management.

Contacts physician offices, patients, and other departments as needed to facilitate patient care in the department. Orders breastfeeding/pump supplies for the unit and restocks supplies as needed. Accurately enters information and consults into the hospital Electronic Medical Record system. Manages CMQCC data. Provides education for nursing staff and helps facilitate educational classes for patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled lactation care and instruction to breastfeeding mothers and infants in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Promote breastfeeding and facilitate evidence-based care management within clinical settings.
• Coordinate with physician offices, patients, and other departments to ensure seamless patient care.
• Order and restock breastfeeding/pump supplies for the unit.
• Accurately document consultations and patient information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
• Manage CMQCC data and provide education to nursing staff.
• Facilitate educational classes for patients.

Requirements

• IBCLC certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Active RN license required.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintained thereafter.
• NRP (AAP) certification within 30 days of hire and maintained thereafter.
• One to two years of previous experience preferred.
• Experience using computers for data management and entry.
• EPIC experience preferred.

Pay

A reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $35.35 to $53.58 per hour. The exact starting compensation will be determined based on factors such as skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

Benefits

Resurrection Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional voluntary benefit options

Benefits are customizable to fit individual needs. Learn more here.

Schedule

• Part-time (over 59 hours per pay period)
• Day shifts, 8-hour duration

Location: Resurrection Medical Center, Chicago, IL 60631