Lactation Consultant
Sentara HealthNorfolk, Virginia, United States
Posted March 19, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce.
Job Description
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Lactation Consultant. The Lactation Consultant focuses on helping breastfeeding women and their families define and achieve their breastfeeding goals by providing evidenced based care, customer service, and cultural sensitivity.
Requirements
- RN or PA degree or diploma
- IBCLC certification within 2 years of hire date
- NRP completion within 6 months of hire
- BLS certification within 90 days of hire
- 1 year of acute care registered nurse experience in Women's health or 1 year of Physician Assistant experience
- Strong understanding of patient safety protocols
- Communication with patients and providers
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
