Lactation Educator RN

Job Overview

Under the general direction of the Unit Manager, the candidate will perform activities to encourage and support breastfeeding for Kadlec Medical Center families, including inpatients, outpatients, prenatal clients, and employees. The role includes updating nursing staff and physicians on current information regarding breastfeeding and performing related duties as assigned.

Part‑time, 24 hours weekly, variable shift.

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program;
  Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (or higher degree) from an accredited educational institution, or degree in progress.
• If BSN or higher is in progress, must be completed within 3 years from date of hire.
• Upon hire:
  Washington Registered Nurse License.
• Upon hire:
  National Provider BLS – American Heart Association.
• 1 year recent nursing experience, with emphasis on breastfeeding experience.

$39.62 – $79.20 per hour. Additional compensation may be available (shift differentials, standby/on‑call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities).

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, medical, dental, and vision care, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, vacation, holiday, and health‑issue leave, voluntary benefits, well‑being resources, and more.

Richland, WA – Kadlec Regional Medical Center – On‑site.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

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