Lactation Consultant - Registered Nurse

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Position Summary :

Works independently and collaboratively with members of the perinatal healthcare team to provide services to breastfeeding families. Provides Breastfeeding Support Services to patients, nursing staff, community and physicians. Functions as a member of the Prenatal Education Services Team.

What The Lactation Consultant Will Need

• Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Michigan.
• Certified by the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice (ALPP) as a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)
• Certification through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBCLC) preferred. If not IBCLC, must become IBCLC within two years.
• Registered Nurse with three years' experience in a perinatal services.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise, professional judgment and advanced knowledge about human lactation.

What The Lactation Consultant Will Do

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.