Outpatient Lactation Coordinator Arroyo Chamiso Pediatrics/ Per-Diem
Company: Christus Health
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Description The Outpatient Lactation Coordinator
is responsible for establishing and overseeing lactation
consultation in the outpatient setting to CHRISTUS St. Vincent
patients. The Outpatient Lactation Program is intended to provide
safe, family-centered patient care by assessing, planning,
implementing and evaluating lactation plans for the
breastfeeding/chest-feeding dyad, as well as for the pumping
parent. The program is fully collaborative with the patient,
patient's family, significant others, and members of the health
care team. The Lactation Coordinator demonstrates specialized
knowledge and clinical expertise in breastfeeding/chest-feeding and
human lactation. As an integral member of the Health Care Team, the
Lactation Coordinator functions within the Scope of Practice as
defined by the International Board of Lactation Consultant
Examiners (IBLCE) and follows Standards of Practice as defined by
the professional association, Internal Lactation Consultant
Association, and adheres to policies, procedures and guidelines of
care. Requirements EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited school
of nursing CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current New Mexico RN license
required. BLS Required. Completion of International Board Certified
Lactation Consultant Course required. SKILLS: * Understanding of
best practices in newborn and infant feeding * Data informed
program development, management, analysis and reporting * Ability
to collaborate and coordinate with team members from inpatient and
outpatient * Ability to coordinate care with local collaborative
partners * Program development skills * Training, public speaking,
and presentation skills * Word, Excel, Power Point proficient *
Excellent written, verbal, and electronic communication skills *
Cultural humility and understanding of intersectional factors of
power and oppression EXPERIENCE: 5 years' experience providing
lactation support NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to:
ENVIRONMENT: -Bloodborne pathogen: B Multiple simultaneous
activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and
intermittent exposure possible to blood, excrements, odors and
noise. Work area has normal heat, light, and air. PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS: Working hours vary, with flexibility due to
unexpected changes in schedule and emergencies. Must be able to
handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or
considerable standing/walking. Requires the ability to speak,
listen, develop and communicate written materials.
Keywords: Christus Health, Santa Fe , Outpatient Lactation Coordinator Arroyo Chamiso Pediatrics/ Per-Diem, Healthcare , Santa Fe, New Mexico
