Lactation Consultant - RN - Part time
Carilion Clinic$36.87–$55.31/hrRoanoke, VirginiaPart timePosted 2w agoStill open, checked every night- BSN
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This posting states $36.87–$55.31 an hour. Open lactation consultant jobs in Virginia post a median of $46.09 an hour, the middle half $45.21–$51.63, across 8 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Lactation consultants employed in Virginia earn a median of $42.08 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Employment Status
Part time
Shift
Day/Evening (United States of America)
Facility
1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke
Requisition Number
R163228 Lactation Consultant - RN - Part time (Open)
How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare
As part of the health care team, assumes primary accountability for the coordination and provision of individualized lactation care for patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Utilizes delegation and critical thinking skills to provide quality service through a team oriented, collaborative approach to patient care.
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates breastfeeding in order to achieve optimum patient outcomes for mother/infant dyads as appropriate to service area.
- Ensures complete, accurate and timely documentation of care.
- Collaborates with members of the health care team/patient/family to develop, implement, and evaluate an age-specific interdisciplinary plan of care. Revises plan according to changes in patient status.
- Patient/family (caregiver) educational needs are identified in a timely manner, incorporated into the plan of care, implemented and documented appropriately.
- Consistently demonstrates the role of patient advocate, protector of patients rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support.
- Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served.
- Uses and cares for breastfeeding equipment and devices appropriately.
- Completes appropriate activities related to the rental or sale of all items in the Lactation Retail Center.
- Maintains professional conduct and practices in an ethical manner, accountable for professional actions and legal responsibilities.
- Maintains professional conduct and practices in an ethical manner adhering to the Standards of Practice and the IBLCE Code of Ethics.
- Maintains and expands knowledge and skills by participating in continuing education activities.
- Obtains certification no later than 2 years after employment. Maintains current IBCLC.
- Determines and performs within clinical, leadership, and/or education pathways to support (direct/indirect) evidence-based, quality patient care service and performance improvement.
- Exhibits clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances.
- Plans strategies to reduce length of stay, turn around time, resource consumption and improve patient outcomes.
- Functions as role-model for clinical practice to coworker, student and physicians.
- Manages resources, establishes priorities, and modifies environment to meet patient care needs.
- Completes manager/director predetermined projects within specified time frame and according to preestablished guidelines.
- Uses problem-solving methods to facilitate resolution to patient and personnel situations that present in the work area.
What We Require
Education : Associates degree in Nursing required. BSN preferred.
Experience : One year maternal/child experience in an acute care setting in which lactation skills were utilized is required. Three years are preferred.
Licensure/Certification : RN required: IBCLC required within the first 12 months of hire into this position.
Other : Must successfully complete orientation and competency requirements. Must obtain/maintain CPR. Must be able to meet essential job functions.
Compensation Range
$36.87 - $55.31
Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.
Recruiter
DANA JOHNSON
Recruiter Email
dejohnson@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.
Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies
Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic
Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.
When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
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About Carilion Clinic
Nonprofit integrated health system based in Roanoke with hospitals and physician practices across western Virginia.
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