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University of Texas Medical Branch

RN Lactation Consultant Mother Baby Unit (Nights)

University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, United States, 77554

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Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Three (3) years’ clinical experience.

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

Valid state of Texas Professional Nursing (RN) license.

Certified International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

One (1) or more years of lactation consultant experience.

Work Schedule:

4-10 hour shifts 8pm-6am

Job Summary:

The Lactation Consultant is responsible for providing support for the mother-infant breastfeeding dyad. The tasks include assessment, planning, interventions and evaluation of lactation support and education for clients in the postpartum period. The Lactation Consultant will promote a breastfeeding friendly environment.