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Lactation Consultant / Childbirth Educator

Lactation Consultant / Childbirth Educator

Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical CenterClarksdale, MS, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Are you passionate about providing excellent patient care and making a difference in the lives of your community? Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center (NWMRMC) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Lactation Consultant / Childbirth Educator to join our growing healthcare team.

We are seeking an experienced Lactation Consultant / Childbirth Educator to join our dedicated maternal-child health team. This role provides personalized breastfeeding support, delivers childbirth education classes, and works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and allied health staff to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

The RN, IBCLC & Childbirth Educator is a dual-role nursing professional who provides care and education to both inpatient and outpatient obstetric patients, in alignment with Mississippi Medicaid maternity programs, Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) standards, AWHONN guidelines, and DNV accreditation requirements. This position supports perinatal patients through prenatal education, labor and delivery education, postpartum breastfeeding support, and ongoing care coordination to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in the Mississippi Delta region.

About Us :

At Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, we are committed to providing high quality, sustainable healthcare to the citizens of Northwest Mississippi. We believe in a collaborative work environment where each team member plays an integral role in promoting the health and well-being of our patients.

Why Join Us?

  • Mission-Driven Work : Support a community-focused healthcare organization dedicated to improving lives.
  • Professional Growth : Opportunities for training, development, and career advancement.
  • Comprehensive Benefits : Competitive salary, health insurance, retirement plan, and more.
  • Positive Work Environment : Join a team of passionate professionals in a supportive setting.

Requirements :

Key Responsibilities :

  • Provide inpatient and outpatient lactation consultation in accordance with BFHI and IBCLC standards
  • Facilitate childbirth and prenatal education classes for patients, including those covered by Mississippi Medicaid
  • Educate expectant families about labor, birth, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and newborn care
  • Deliver nursing care to obstetric patients within scope of practice and AWHONN standards
  • Support quality improvement initiatives aligned with DNV, Medicaid, and BFHI benchmarks
  • Collaborate with case managers, physicians, nurses, and community programs to ensure continuity of care
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation and records for audits, program compliance, and patient care
  • Serve as a resource and mentor to nursing and ancillary staff on lactation and perinatal education topics
  • Promote exclusive breastfeeding and safe newborn practices through family-centered care
  • Qualifications :

    Education : Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.

    Licensure / Certifications :

  • Current Mississippi RN or Compact License in good standing.
  • International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) – Required
  • Certified Childbirth Educator (e.g., ICEA, Lamaze, or equivalent), or commitment to obtain within 6 months of hire
  • Current BLS certification – Required
  • Current NRP certification – Required within 6 months of hire
  • Experience :

  • Minimum two (2) years of recent experience in perinatal nursing, maternal-child health, or lactation support.
  • Experience working in both inpatient and outpatient care settings preferred.
  • Experience with Medicaid populations and community outreach preferred.
  • What We Offer :

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Basic Life / AD&D Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Retirement plan options
  • Generous personal time off (PTO) pay schedule
  • Supportive, friendly work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth
  • The opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of our patients
  • Be a Part of Something Bigger!

    At NWMRMC, we believe in our mission to drive meaningful change in the communities we serve. If you're ready to apply your expertise in a role that truly makes a difference, don't wait-take the next step in your career today. We can't wait to welcome you to our team!

    Northwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center (NWMRMC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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