Lactation Consultant Registered Nurse; RN - Per diem

Position Summary

Acting as a registered nurse lactation consultant, the incumbent provides holistic care and education to mothers, families, and health care teams within the Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center’s Obstetrics/Gynecology and Pediatrics Office. The role operates on a part‑time schedule, covering 12 HR day shifts from 7am–7pm, with a minimum of five shifts every six weeks, including at least two weekend shifts.

Salary ranges from $38.20 to $57.30 per hour.

• Lactation Management
  • Serve as a consultant for lactation issues beyond the knowledge of health care providers.
  • Consult, develop, and implement lactation care plans.
  • Act as a liaison between the hospital and community, providing education and support.
  • Provide a communication link between the hospital and health care providers to coordinate patient care for lactation and breastfeeding problems.
  • Demonstrate appropriate assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation based on developmental stages.
• Education
  • Provide education for mothers and families on correct lactation management.
  • Educate patients, families, and team members.
  • Develop and implement an annual lactation educational program for the healthcare team.
• Process Improvement
  • Participate in development and implementation of the lactation program.
  • Work with shared governance on lactation matters.
  • Develop policies, procedures, algorithms, and guidelines specific to lactation practice.
  • Identify, monitor, and evaluate quality and safety issues related to practice.
  • Maintain the phone consultation system for lactation questions.
  • Represent the lactation department at unit, system, and community meetings.
• Assessment
  • Collect comprehensive data on mother‑baby health.
  • Analyze assessment data to create nursing diagnoses and determine interventions.
  • Coordinate plan‑of‑care implementation with the health care team.
  • Consult to influence plan decisions and effect change.
  • Evaluate progress toward goals and health outcomes.
• Evidence Based Practice
  • Evaluate and integrate research findings into lactation practice.
  • Maintain current knowledge of lactation research and apply it in practice.
  • Participate in lactation research projects.
  • Pursue continuing education relevant to lactation consultant practice through journals, workshops, seminars, conferences, and accredited courses.

Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.

Minimum three years of experience in Maternal‑Child Nursing.

• Certified International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required or
• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Lactation Specialist (CLS), Lactation Educator (CLE), or Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS) with up to two years to obtain IBCLC on hire.

• Basic computer skills.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Critical thinking and timely decision making.
• Collaboration as a member of the health care team.
• Knowledge of lactation equipment and supplies.
• Current BLS and NRP certification through the American Heart Association.

Flexible hours based on customer needs; ability to prioritize independently and handle multiple simultaneous requests.

May be exposed to hazardous materials and life‑threatening diseases.

Lifting requirements: up to 30lbs for patient handling; up to 35lbs without assistance; use of patient handling equipment when necessary.

Base compensation within the pay range; shift, on‑call, and incentive pay may apply based on role.