Lactation Consultant- Mother/Baby Part Time Nights
Northwestern Medicine
Summary
The Lactation Consultant reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Provides direct and/or indirect care to a specific case load of patients regardless of geographic location.
- Receives and assesses referrals from all hospital units.
- Consults with Nursing Staff to develop, implement and evaluate care plans for those patients and families.
- Teaches patients and/or families demonstrating unique learning needs in order to promote optimal level of wellness.
- Initiates and develops teaching guidelines specific to the area of expertise.
- Develops and conducts internal and external formal educational programs.
- Teaches staff on a formal and informal basis at the individual unit level.
- Documents activities in patients medical records.
- Assumes responsibility for own continuing education.
- Applies appropriate current theoretical concepts to implement changes in nursing practice within the institution.
- Demonstrates professional commitment through membership in nursing committees, institutional activates and specialty organizations.
- Participates in research activities.
- Interacts with staff nurses, physicians and members of the healthcare team to provide patient care.
Qualifications
Required:
- Current Illinois License as a Professional Nurse
- BSN
- IBCLC and two years of lactation consultant experience.
Requirements
- Current Illinois License as a Professional Nurse
- BSN
- IBCLC certification
- Two years of lactation consultant experience
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan forgiveness
- 401(k) matching
- Lifecycle benefits
Company overview
Northwestern Medicine is a premier integrated academic health system and the healthcare network of Northwestern University, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 2009 through the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, the system represents a strategic partnership to transform healthcare delivery. As an academic medical center, Northwestern Medicine encompasses comprehensive research, medical education, and patient care activities across its extensive network. The system operates 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations throughout the Chicagoland area, anchored by its flagship Northwestern Memorial Hospital in downtown Chicago. With over 33,000 employees and more than 4,400 aligned physicians, the organization provides advanced medical care across nearly every specialty. Northwestern Medicine is nationally recognized for its excellence in oncology, cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and women's health services. The system maintains strong affiliations with the Feinberg School of Medicine, Lurie Children's Hospital, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, fostering an environment of continuous innovation and scientific discovery. Five of its hospitals are ranked among "America's Best" by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting its commitment to superior quality, patient safety, and academic excellence in healthcare delivery.