Lactation Consultant - Family Birthing Services - Day
WellSpan HealthPennsylvania, United States
Posted October 24, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
WellSpan Health is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. As a leader in value-based care, WellSpan offers a comprehensive range of services including orthopedics, neurosciences, heart and vascular care, cancer treatment, home health, behavioral health, primary care, women's health, inpatient rehabilitation, and durable medical equipment. With over 250 locations and a team of more than 23,000 experts, WellSpan is dedicated to delivering high-quality, equitable healthcare solutions that inspire patients and communities to achieve optimal wellness.
Job Description
The Lactation Consultant - Family Birthing Services - Day position is available at a 14-bed LDRP unit. The role involves providing comprehensive, individualized lactation support to women and infants. Responsibilities include clinical ladder opportunities, experience with both NICU and birth/postpartum units, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Requirements
- Safe medication practice
- Professional image and confidence
- Chart check
- Accurate transcription of physician's orders
- Therapeutic communication and patient education
- Leadership skills and accountability
- Emergency response
- Problem-solving
- Delays management
- Discharge assessment
- Intravenous Therapy
- Emergency response
- Body mechanics and patient safety
- Breastfeeding support
- Expertise in lactation theories
Benefits
- Clinical ladder opportunities
- RN Fellowship Program
- Opportunities for growth
- Developmental activities
