Lactation Consultant, NICU, PRN Days, Wolfson Children's Hospital

Job Summary

We are seeking a Lactation Consultant to join our NICU team at Wolfson Children's Hospital in Jacksonville, FL.  This is a PRN Day Shift position. 

The Lactation Consultant (LC) is skilled in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to assist the breastfeeding mother to attain her personal goals. The LC functions as a member of the multi-discplinary health care team as a consultant, educator, and mentor to nurses, healthcare professionals and patients.

If you are interested in a rewarding career, with a Magnet designated facility, apply today!

Education Required

Associate's Degree - Nursing

Education Preferred

Bachelor's Degree

Experience

• 1-2 years Inpatient Breastfeeding Teaching Experience

License and Certification

• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification Preferred
• Licensed Registered Nurse Required

Location

Location Overview

Wolfson Children’s Hospital is the only children’s hospital in the region, serving North Florida, South Georgia and beyond. Ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best children’s hospitals in the U.S., the hospital is staffed by skilled pediatric subspecialty physicians, pediatric nurses and other health care professionals, and equipped with advanced technology to help children overcome serious illnesses like congenital heart disease, cancer, neurological disorders, diabetes and more. As one of only two children’s hospitals in Florida to receive Magnet™ status, Wolfson is a regional referral center for tertiary pediatric care. Centrally located on the beautiful St. Johns River, 213-bed Wolfson Children’s Hospital is a part of Baptist Health.  The hospital is located close to the shops and fine dining of the historic San Marco area and is also near sports stadiums, theater and music venues, and museums.