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Core responsibilities

The lactation consultant provides direct lactation care and education to breastfeeding mothers and their infants across all inpatient and outpatient areas. Responsibilities also include completing newborn hearing screenings and submitting metabolic screening samples to the laboratory.

Requirements summary

Candidates must meet educational and licensing requirements for the international board of lactation consultant examiners and hold a basic life support certification. Preferred qualifications include nursing experience and certifications related to neonatal care and breastfeeding support.

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