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Job description
Registered Nurse (RN) – Lactation Consultant (Pediatric Department)
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth – Portsmouth, VA
Serve Military Families in a Meaningful Way
Jackson Healthcare Government Services is seeking a dedicated RN Lactation Consultant to support the Pediatric Department at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. This is a rewarding opportunity to promote maternal-child health and provide expert lactation support to active-duty service members and their families.
Schedule & Work Hours
Yearlong commitment with option to extend.
Services provided Monday through Friday between 0600 and 1800
Shifts typically 8.5–10.5 hours, including a 30–60 minute meal break
One weekend per month (rotational)
Maximum of 80 hours per two-week period, including weekends and holidays
The facility operates on federally recognized holidays
Minimum Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship required
Associate's Degree in Nursing (minimum)
Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE-accredited nursing program
Current, full, active, unrestricted RN license (any U.S. state or territory)
Minimum 1 year of RN experience within the last 2 years
Current BLS certification
Current PALS certification
Current IBLCE Lactation Consultant Board Certification
Ability to meet credentialing and background requirements
Position Responsibilities
The RN Lactation Consultant will:
Promote and advocate for breastfeeding throughout the organization
Develop and implement lactation care standards and guidelines
Provide education and support to breastfeeding mothers
Collaborate with Pediatrics, Family Practice, and OB/GYN departments
Assist in organizing and preparing educational and marketing materials related to breastfeeding programs
Provide direct patient care consistent with the RN scope of practice
Participate in peer review, performance improvement, and quality assurance initiatives
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in MHS GENESIS and other clinical systems
Support emergency response procedures and infection control protocols
Participate in the Family Advocacy Program requirements
Attend required annual military facility training (infection control, disaster preparedness, CBRNE, etc.)
Provide in-service education and clinical guidance to support staff as needed
Why Join Jackson Healthcare Government Services?
Opportunity to support active-duty military families
Structured and collaborative clinical environment
Long-term government contract stability
Dedicated credentialing and onboarding assistance
If you are a compassionate RN with lactation certification and a passion for maternal-child health, we encourage you to apply.
Apply today to join Jackson Healthcare Government Services at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth.
Worksite address
portsmouth, VA, 23703, US
Who can apply
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