Lactation Specialist​/RN​/UKHC

Overview

Posting Details

Job Title:

Lactation Specialist/RN/UKHC

Requisition Number: NR14554

Working Title:

Lactation Specialist/RN/UKHC

Department Name: H3060:
Children's/Maternal/Psychiatric Svcs

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 10

Salary Range: $/hour

Type of Position:
Staff

Time Status:
Full-Time

• This position provides lactation and breastfeeding support for mothers of normal newborns and mothers whose infants are in the NICU.

• Required
  
  Education:
  
  ADN
• Required Related
  
  Experience:
  
  1 yr
• Required License/Registration/Certification:
  Registered Nurse (RN), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification and either Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) or International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) required
• Preferred Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  BSN preferred

• Physical Requirements:
  
  Must be able to lift 20 pounds; bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods.
• Shift: Must be able to work three 12 hour shifts per week from 10am until 10:30pm and may include some weekends and holidays.

• Communication, interpersonal relationship building, emotional intelligence

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Final date to receive applications: 01/31/2026

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