RN Lactation Consultant PRN

@ LifeBridge Health, Inc.
LifeBridge Health, Inc.lifebridgehealth,inc..com

RN Lactation Consultant PRN

Baltimore, MD
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Sinai Hospital is a leading academic medical center committed to community health. The RN Lactation Consultant provides breastfeeding support, education, and collaborates with medical staff to promote infant nutrition and maternal health.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in Nursing
  • Maryland RN License
  • BLS Certification
  • IBCLC or CLC certification
  • 2 years RN maternal newborn experience

Qualifications

  • Recent maternal newborn RN experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Compassionate patient care
  • Ability to collaborate multi-disciplinary
  • Flexible PRN scheduling

Full job description

About the Role:

As a Nurse Lactation Consultant at Sinai Hospital, you will be responsible for supporting new parents by providing evidence-based education, hands-on assistance, and compassionate guidance to promote successful breastfeeding and infant nutrition. This role collaborates closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to assess needs, address challenges, and ensure families feel confident and supported throughout their hospital stay.

*This is a PRN position that will be scheduled for 8-hour or 12-hour shift based on the needs of the dept.*

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide individualized lactation assessment, education, and hands-on support to breastfeeding parents and infants.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals to develop and implement individualized feeding plans.
  • Document consultations, track outcomes, and ensure care aligns with hospital policies and evidence-based practices.
  • Provides lactation management competency training for new staff and students, with ongoing education for physicians and interdisciplinary patient care teams.

Requirements:

Education: Associate's degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's preferred

Licensure: Maryland Registered Nurse License

Certification: American Heart Association BLS Certification, International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) or CLC; NRP required within 6 months of hire

Experience: A minimum of 2 years recent RN experience in maternal newborn care required

Pay Range: $50.00 to $52.50

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support

403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications

Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking

About Sinai Hospital

Sinai Hospital of Baltimore is a nationally recognized academic medical center, a designated Level II Trauma Center, and the largest community hospital in Maryland. As part of LifeBridge Health - one of the region's most comprehensive healthcare systems - Sinai delivers advanced care with a mission to improve the health of the communities we serve, and to take care of the people who take care of patients.

About LifeBridge Health

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.

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