Nurse Consultant Part-Time
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Beaumont
Posted on: January 4, 2026
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Job Description:
The Registered Nurse Lactation Counselor provides expert
lactation support and education to breastfeeding mothers and
infants, utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement,
and evaluate individualized care. This role involves providing
in-person consultations, telephone follow-ups, and outpatient
services to address lactation challenges, enhance breastfeeding
success, and ensure mothers and infants receive optimal care. The
Lactation Counselor works closely with lactation consultants,
physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers to
coordinate care, provide education, and ensure continuity of
lactation support after discharge. The role also includes patient
education, staff training, and promotion of lactation resources.
Develop and implement personalized care plans that support
breastfeeding success. Provide emotional support and encouragement
to empower families to meet their breastfeeding goals. Document all
interactions, assessments, and care provided in accordance with
hospital policies and patient privacy regulations. Offer timely and
responsive assistance to mothers requiring follow-up care, ensuring
they feel supported in their breastfeeding journey. Collaboration
and Coordination of Care: Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and
other healthcare providers to ensure seamless continuity of care
for breastfeeding families. Communicate and coordinate effectively
with hospital staff to ensure lactation needs are addressed during
hospital stays and post-discharge. Follow up with patients to
monitor progress, address any concerns, and adjust care plans as
needed. Outpatient Lactation Support: Provide individualized
lactation support to mothers and infants through outpatient
follow-up, including in-person visits and telephone consultations.
Assess breastfeeding techniques, infant latch, milk supply, and
overall breastfeeding goals. Address common lactation challenges,
including sore nipples, low milk supply, latch issues, and
breastfeeding pain, using evidence-based strategies. Provide
guidance and support for mothers and infants experiencing more
complex issues. Training and Education for Staff: Assist in the
training and education of hospital staff, including nurses and
other healthcare providers, to ensure accurate and consistent
lactation information is provided to patients. Promote best
practices in lactation care across the hospital through in-service
training and educational resources. Participate in quality
improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and
satisfaction. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required Bachelor’s
degree in nursing or related field preferred In hospital experience
preferred Outpatient follow-up care experience preferred In-depth
knowledge of lactation practices, breastfeeding management, and
maternal-infant health required Must be able to work
collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and support diverse
patient populations Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN
License in the state of employment or compact required IBCLC
(International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant) certification
required Part Time We endeavor to make this site accessible to any
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application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925.
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