Job detail
Lactation Consultant, Mother Baby Obstetrics, FT Nights - VUH
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/1/2026
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Core responsibilities
The consultant applies in-Depth knowledge to assess and manage complex lactation problems for mothers and neonates, assisting them in achieving their breastfeeding goals. This role involves functioning as a consultant, educator, and mentor to nurses, healthcare professionals, and patients within a multi-Disciplinary team.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in nursing and have at least 3 years of relevant work experience, along with being a certified lactation consultant and a registered nurse. Required technical capabilities include intermediate proficiency in mentoring & coaching, lactation knowledge, and nursing patient education.
bachelor degreeMentoringEducationConsultationOperations ManagementProgram DevelopmentDirect Patient CareNeonatal CareNewborn CarePostpartum CareBreastfeeding EducationLactation ConsultingMaternal CareNursing Patient EducationComplex Lactation ManagementChildbirth Preparation
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Vision Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Retirement Plan
- Disability
- Adoption Assistance
- Backup Childcare
- Dental Plan