Lactation Consultant / RN

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Lactation Consultant Registered Nurse (RN) in Albuquerque, NM.

The requirements are for a RN and within 1 year of achieving IBCLC. To meet this goal, any applicant must have completed the didactic portion of the IBCLC training needed to test or already have IBCLC.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace Women's Hospital is a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, an award-winning breast care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.

• Responsible for applying professional clinical skills and expertise to the care and management of breastfeeding infants and lactating mothers.
• Responsible for the development, promotion and implementation of lactation support services to clinical staff, patients and community members.
• Adheres to policies, procedures and regulations to ensure patient safety and compliance

Job Requirements:

• Associate's Degree or Diploma of Nursing
• One (1) year of training and program development experience
• Valid NM Nursing license or NM compact license (within 90 days of hire)
• Training: Intensified training in lactation
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• NRP
• Current IBCLC or IBCLC Exam scheduled within one (1) year from date of hire

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing