Registered Nurse - Lactation Consultant, PRN Job at Mercy, Saint Louis, MO

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  • Mercy
  • Saint Louis, MO

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

At Mercy, healthcare is more than a job, it’s a calling. Join a team built on compassion, excellence, and support. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll make a difference every day while growing professionally.

Position Details:

Lactation Consultant – RN (LDRP)

Location: Mercy Hospital South - 10010 Kennerly Rd, Saint Louis, MO 63128

Status: PRN (As Needed)

Overview

Responsible for assessment, problem identification and problem-solving for patient/staff education relating to breastfeeding. Develops, implements and evaluates the lactation education program. Emphasis with focus on antepartum, postpartum, nurseries and specifically related outpatient clientele.

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required, along with specialized training or completion of a relevant internship.

  • Licensure: Must hold a current RN license or RN Temporary Permit in the State of Missouri.

  • Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of professional experience required.

  • Certifications: Lactation education certification is required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Education: Advanced degree or additional relevant coursework preferred.

  • Licensure: Additional or multi-state licensure preferred.

  • Experience: Prior experience in lactation support or related specialty preferred.

  • Certifications: Additional certifications in maternal-child health or lactation consulting preferred.

  • Other: Strong communication skills, ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Physical Requirements:

  • Frequent standing and walking throughout shift
  • Significant bending, stooping, and patient lifting/turning with assistance
  • Ability to push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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