Lactation Consultant, Women & Infants

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EDUCATION

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• RN-Registered Nurse of California Required
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Required
• CLE-Certified Lactation Educator Required
• IBCLC-International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, within 2 years of employment Required

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of two years of experience in perinatal nursing or perinatal education Preferred. Minimum two years of experience counseling breastfeeding women Preferred.
• Experience supporting breastfeeding in NICU preferred

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent maternal/infant assessment skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize work responsibilities
• Excellent documentation skills
• Effective teaching skills
• Flexibility in a changing environment

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Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.