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Sentara Health

RN Lactation Consultant - Part-Time

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Sentara Health

US · Part-time · $70,000 – $95,000

About this role

Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, VA is hiring an RN Lactation Consultant for part-time day shift in Labor Delivery Postpartum and Recovery. This role supports mothers and babies with breastfeeding needs in a maternity-focused environment. The position joins a team dedicated to high-quality maternity care.

Daily responsibilities include providing lactation consultations and education to new mothers post-delivery. Work closely with labor, delivery, postpartum, and recovery units to ensure optimal breastfeeding outcomes. Collaborate with nursing staff to address lactation challenges effectively.

Sentara Leigh Hospital is a 274-bed acute care facility specializing in maternity care, orthopedics, and stroke services. It features modern patient towers and a Magnet designation for nursing excellence. The hospital supports a diverse workforce in a tobacco-free environment.

Grow your career with tuition assistance up to $5,250/year, student debt pay down, and certification reimbursements. Access free CEUs and professional development opportunities. Benefit from comprehensive family care support including adoption reimbursement up to $10,000.

Requirements

  • Registered Nurse (RN) License - Compact/Multi-State License
  • RN-Associate's Degree OR RN-Bachelor's Degree
  • 1 year Nursing experience
  • Experience in Labor Delivery or Mother Baby units
  • Knowledge of lactation support in maternity settings
  • Current nursing licensure in Virginia

Responsibilities

  • Provide lactation support to mothers in Labor Delivery Postpartum and Recovery
  • Educate patients on breastfeeding techniques and newborn care
  • Assess and manage lactation issues for mother-baby dyads
  • Collaborate with maternity nursing team on patient care plans
  • Support recovery and postpartum patients with feeding challenges
  • Promote successful breastfeeding initiation and continuation
  • Document lactation consultations in patient records

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
  • Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
  • 401k/403B with Employer Match
  • Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year
  • Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
  • Reimbursement for certifications and free CEUs