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Lactation Consultant Registered Nurse (RN) - Lakewood Maternal Care Clinic

101 Truman Medical Center

Job LocationUH Lakewood Medical Center

Kansas City, Missouri

DepartmentMaternal Care Clinic UHLMC

Position TypeFull time

Work Schedule8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hours Per Week40

Job Description

Do you have a passion for supporting new families and empowering moms through the journey of breastfeeding? We're looking for a dedicated Registered Nurse Lactation Consultant who’s ready to make a real difference in the lives of mothers, infants, and our care team. This is more than a job — it's an opportunity to lead, educate, and inspire.

What You’ll Do:
As our go-to breastfeeding expert, you’ll be the heart of our lactation support services. Your role combines clinical excellence with education, advocacy, and a healthy dose of heart. You’ll work closely with patients, families, and fellow healthcare professionals to make breastfeeding a positive and successful experience.

Here’s how you’ll make an impact:

Lead the development and implementation of evidence-based breastfeeding programs and policies for our health system

Educate staff, peers, and families on best practices in lactation using adult learning techniques

Provide postpartum breastfeeding support through in-person visits, phone consults, and support groups

Be a resource for lactating patients throughout the hospital, including those who are readmitted

Continuously evaluate and improve the effectiveness of our breastfeeding programs

Represent our hospital at community events and professional meetings to promote maternal and infant health

Support quality improvement initiatives and provide care that reflects our commitment to safety, inclusion, and excellence

Demonstrate age-appropriate care and communication for patients and families

Maintain professional knowledge of current regulations, compliance policies, and best practices in lactation support

What You Bring to the Table (Requirements)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Current Missouri license as a Registered Nurse

At least two years of experience in obstetrics, inpatient care, or teaching

IBCLC certification through the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners

Current certifications in Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Neonatal Resuscitation

Bonus Points For:

Bilingual skills (especially Spanish-English)

Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher

If you’re passionate about making a difference for new families and ready to take breastfeeding support to the next level, we want to meet you.