WakeMed

Not-for-profit health system with hospitals

Lactation Consultant 1 - RN

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 11

Part-timeCary, NC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Registered Nurse license is required.
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant certification is required within one year of hire.
A graduate nursing qualification or enrollment in an accredited nursing program is required, along with the required licensure and certification.
Two years of clinical breastfeeding experience are required.
Experience in education, teaching, and facilitation of learning is required.

Responsibilities

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

Desired Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Nursing is preferred.

Overview

The Lactation Consultant I provides clinical care, support and education to breastfeeding mothers and their babies. The Lactation Consultant will also provide consultative support and education to nursing and medical staff and community breastfeeding support groups.
Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visitwww.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Registered Nurse Required - And International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Required - Within 1 Year of Hire
Education

Graduate Nursing Required - Or Enrolled in Accredited Program Nursing Required - With Required Licensure/Certification - And Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred
Experience

2 Years Clinical - Breastfeeding Required - And Education - Teaching and Facilitation of Learning Required

About the Company

WakeMed

Not-for-profit health system with hospitals

WakeMed Health & Hospitals runs a private, not-for-profit health care system in Raleigh, North Carolina, with hospitals, outpatient centers, and home health services. It provides inpatient and outpatient medical care across facilities, supported by specialized units and care teams that coordinate from emergency care to rehabilitation and at-home services. The system stands out for its large, integrated network and nationally accredited Chest Pain and Stroke Centers, a high-volume heart program, and extensive women’s and children’s services and outpatient clinics. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, accessible health care for Wake County and beyond within a not-for-profit mission.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Raleigh, NC
Founded: 2010

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