Per Diem Certified Lactation Consultant, RN

Per Diem Certified Lactation Consultant RN in Danbury CT United States

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Per Diem Certified Lactation Consultant RN Location: Danbury, CT, United States Salary Range: Work Type: Per Diem Standard Hours: 0.0 FTE Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Day/Eve 8 & 12 Work Shift: variable Date Posted: Mar 13, 2026 Share Apply Now

See whats possible in our system of care Nuvance Health extends from New Yorks Hudson Valley to western Connecticut. Our team of more than 15,000 caregivers delivers compassionate care through seven community hospitals, primary care and specialty practice locations, outpatient settings, home care services, and telehealth visits. With strong hearts and open minds, were pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected all in the name of possibility. As we journey forward, we are guided by our values: personal, imaginative, agile, and connected. Our curiosity is opening new pathways and creating new advancements in healthcare for all.

Description At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000 strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile, and imaginative, we invite you to discover whats possible for you and your career.

Danbury Hospital, a 456-bed acute care hospital, has been providing award-winning personalized patient care to the people of Western Connecticut for 140 years. Our specialty areas of excellence include a Level III NICU, a certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, and compassionate psychiatric care, including a partial-hospitalization program.

Our accolades include the following:

• The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
• U.S. News & World Report - High performance in heart failure treatment
• Healthgrades - One of Americas 50 Best Hospitals
• Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) - Robotic Center of Excellence
• Joint Commission - Gold seal of approval in spine surgery

At Danbury Hospital, we take great pride in our team members and their passion for providing the best care possible-always with heart. For many of our team members, that care extends beyond the walls of our hospital. We volunteer at local non-profits and participate in community initiatives and events. Our dedication to the health and well-being of our entire community makes this a truly special place to work.

Summary Provides professional care through direct lactation assessment, intervention, evaluation, education, and follow-up of breastfeeding women affiliated with Danbury Hospital and in the community. The nursing process is utilized in collaboration with the health care team to implement a plan of care specific to the needs of each breastfeeding family.

Required

• State of CT RN license
• Bachelors degree
• Minimum of 3 years of experience required
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant required

Hours Per Diem Shift: variable

Responsibilities

1. Conducts assessment of breastfeeding dyad in an ongoing & systematic manner, attentive to the physiologic, psychologic & cognitive status of the patient.
2. Incorporates the nursing process to develop a plan of care that educates & directs the nursing staff & patient in appropriate management to achieve breastfeeding success.
3. Collaborates with the health care team to implement the knowledgeable, skillful, consistent & continuous delivery of a plan of care specific to the breastfeeding patients needs.
4. Prioritizes consultation, intervention, education based on maternal, infant status, learning needs, length of stay & available resources.
5. Utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to evaluate the effectiveness of LC interventions, plan of care & patient progression towards expected outcomes.
6. Provides breastfeeding support & education to staff & patients within the Danbury Hospital & in the community.
7. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Information Work Type: Per diem Work Schedule: variable Working Conditions: Manual, significant manual skills, motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Some occupational risk Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc. Company: Danbury Hospital Org Unit: 228 Department: Center For Breastfeeding Exempt: No Salary: $58.35 Hourly

With strong hearts and open minds, were pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health.

Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team members base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable, e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity.

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