Lactation Consultant jobs in Illinois
Lactation Consultant provides lactation support and education to patients and families. May plan and lead breastfeeding classes for expecting mothers. Being a Lactation Consultant is responsible for identifying and correcting lactation problems, and advising physicians and healthcare providers on lactation problems experienced by patients. Requires an associate degree in nursing or equivalent. Additionally, Lactation Consultant requires Registered Nurse (RN) License. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Lactation Consultant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Lactation Consultant jobs
Lactation Consultant
- Advocate Aurora
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Lawn, IL
PART_TIME
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Major Responsibilities:
- Lactation Management
- 1)Serves as a consultant when difficulties with lactation are beyond the knowledge and/or training of the health care provider.
- 2)Consults, develops and implements lactation plans of care.
- 3)Serves as a liaison and/or facilitator between the community and hospital providing ongoing expertise, education and support to groups and individuals.
- 4)Provides a communication link between the hospital and health care provider’s office to assure coordination of patient care and maintains communication with health care providers concerning patients experiencing lactation and breastfeeding problems.
- 5)Demonstrates appropriate assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation based on stages of life and developmental status.
- Education
- 1)Provides education for mothers and family in correct lactation management.
- 2)Educates patients, families and health care team members.
- 3)Develops and implements ongoing lactation educational program annually on lactation for the healthcare team.
- Process Improvement
- 1)Participates in lactation program development and implementation.
- 2)Works with the appropriate shared governance structure on issues relating to lactation.
- 3)Participates in development of policies, procedures, algorithms and guidelines specific to lactation practice at site and system levels.
- 4)Identifies, monitors and evaluates quality and safety issues related to practice.
- 5)Maintains phone consultation system for lactation questions and problems.
- 6)Represents the lactation department at unit/system/community meetings.
- Evidence Based Practice
- 1)Evaluates and integrates research findings into lactation practice.
- 2)Maintains current knowledge of lactation research and reflects this knowledge in current lactation practice.
- 3)Participates in lactation research projects.
- 4)Pursues continuing education relevant to lactation consultant practice including reading current professional journals, participating in workshops, seminars, in-service programs, conferences, accredited courses, and professional organizations.
Education/Experience Required:- Bachelors Degree in non-nursing field
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:- • Global perspective of changing health care environment. • Ability to prioritize work. • Basic computer skills. • Effective interpersonal communication skills. • Utilization of critical thinking in timely decision-making. • Able to collaborate as a member of the health care team. • Knowledge of lactation equipment and supplies.
- If hired/transferred into role as of April 2, 2017, must be certified as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Current incumbents have two years from April 2, 2017 to obtain IBCLC certification. Current BLS through the American Heart Association
Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:- Flexible hours according to customer needs. Ability to demonstrate a commitment to patient-focused care. Ability to prioritize independently and respond to multiple simultaneous requests. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints and in difficult situations. May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases. Ability to perform lifting/transfer activities related to patients (up to 30 lbs. may be required). This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups and cultures of patients treated.
- If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. - Lactation Management
- 14 Days Ago
Lactation Consultant
- RUSH Copley Medical Center
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Aurora, IL
PART_TIME
- Responsible for Lactation needs of mother/infant prenatally, intrapartum, postnatally, participates in patient/family teaching. Educates other team members regarding the lactation needs of mother/baby...
- 2 Months Ago
Lactation Consultant Per Diem
- Advocate Aurora
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Elgin, IL
PER_DIEM
- Major Responsibilities: Lactation Management 4)Provides a communication link between the hospital and health care provider’s office to assure coordination of patient care and maintains communication w...
- 19 Days Ago
RN Lactation Consultant
- OSF HealthCare
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Evergreen, IL
FULL_TIME
- OverviewPay range for this position is $36.00 - $52.95/hour. Actual pay is based on years of licensure. POSITION SUMMARY: The Lactation Consultant supports, teaches and assesses breastfeeding in the c...
- 3 Days Ago
Certified Lactation Consultant
- PediaTrust, LLC
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Wheaton, IL
PART_TIME
- Are you a certified lactation consultant who is passionate about helping mothers achieve their breastfeeding goals? Do you enjoy working with physicians to ensure a healthy and positive breastfeeding ...
- 7 Days Ago
Resource Manager
- The Lactation Network
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- Do you enjoy managing projects and resources for key stakeholders? Are you ready to roll up your sleeves in a fast-paced, high-impact work environment? Are you driven to change the standard of care in...
- 15 Days Ago
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- Middlesex Health
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Middletown, CT
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Lactation Consultant
- Como Cubs Pediatrics
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Lactation Consultant
- Stony Brook Medicine
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Stony Brook, NY
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- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Lactation Consultant
- COMO CUBS PEDIATRICS
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Columbia, MO
- We are looking for a Certified Lactation Consultant to join our Pediatric office! The ideal candidate would be a Nurse (...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN-Lactation Consultant
- Albany Medical Center
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Albany, NY
- Department/Unit: Lactation Work Shift: Day (United States of America) The Lactation Nurse is responsible for providing s...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN-Lactation Consultant
- Albany Medical Center
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Albany, NY
- Department/Unit: Lactation Work Shift: Day (United States of America) The Lactation Nurse is responsible for providing s...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN - Lactation Consultant
- Sanford Health
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Fargo, ND
- Create Your Career With Us! Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in th...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN - Lactation Consultant
- Sanford Health
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Fargo, ND
- Create Your Career With Us! Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in th...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Income Estimation for Lactation Consultant jobs
$85,484 to $106,649
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What does a Lactation Consultant do?
Lactation Consultant in Albuquerque, NM
Most hospitals prefer to hire IBCLCs who are also RNs, because they can do extra things like administering medications and doing postpartum care in addition to lactation related activities.
November 02, 2019
Lactation Consultant in Jacksonville, FL
An IBCLC is certified by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE), independently accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE). An IBCLC has gone through extensive education and passed an examination on lactation management.
November 18, 2019
Lactation Consultant in Salem, OR
Childbirth educators, midwives, nurses, obstetricians, and pediatricians usually know experienced lactation consultants.
December 24, 2019
There are so many situations in which a breastfeeding mother (or a mother-to-be) will need a lactation consultant.
November 26, 2019