Registered Nurse Lactation Consultant - Perinatal Admin
Company: Christus Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: March 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Description CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills
(CSRH-WH) is a 253-bed hospital serving the fastest-growing area of
San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical care
with advanced spine surgery, Intensive Care, complex neurology for
treating stroke and other neurovascular issues, comprehensive
cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery,
vascular lab, sleep center, women’s services, a newborn nursery,
the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation,
emergency services, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient
Imaging Center, an Ambulatory Surgery Center, and four medical
plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine
Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center.
Summary: 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 consultant works closely with lactation counselors,
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.
Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS
Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of
Leaders. Patient Education and Counseling: Educate mothers and
families about proper breastfeeding techniques, infant feeding
cues, and the benefits of breastfeeding. 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.
Program Development and Improvement: Contribute to the development
and improvement of lactation services, ensuring they align with
current evidence-based guidelines. Participate in quality
improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and
satisfaction. Additional Responsibilities: Carries out other duties
as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Associate Degree in
Nursing (ADN) required Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related
field preferred Experience In hospital experience preferred
Outpatient follow-up care experience preferred In-depth knowledge
of lactation practices, breastfeeding management, and
maternal-infant health required Must have strong clinical
assessment and critical thinking skills to address patient needs
effectively Excellent communication, counseling, and interpersonal
skills required Must be able to work collaboratively in a
multidisciplinary team and support diverse patient populations
Strong organizational and documentation skills needed Licenses,
Registrations, or Certifications RN License in the state of
employment or compact required IBCLC (International Board-Certified
Lactation Consultant) certification required BLS (Basic Life
Support) required. In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License,
Certification, and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates
are required to obtain the required certifications for their
respective positions within the designated time frame. Work
Schedule: 7AM - 7PM Work Type: Full Time
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