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TMS

Travel RN - Labor & Delivery (L&D)

Templeton, CA · On-site

$79 - $81/hr

RN - Labor & Delivery (L&D)(8 weeks Contract) Exclusive EPIC Assignment | Adventist Health Twin ... Lactation Support * Cesarean Section Recovery Scheduling & Expectations * Every 2-3 weekends ...

TMS

Travel RN - Labor & Delivery (L&D)

Templeton, CA · On-site

$79 - $81/hr

RN - Labor & Delivery (L&D)(8 weeks Contract) Exclusive EPIC Assignment | Adventist Health Twin ... Lactation Support * Cesarean Section Recovery Scheduling & Expectations * Every 2-3 weekends ...

San Ramon Medical Center

RN - L&D

San Ramon, CA · On-site

$2.5K/wk

Coordinate with physicians, anesthesia, and lactation consultants for care continuity * Support ... Current, active Registered Nurse license in the United States Certifications: * Basic Life Support ...

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Mercy Hospital Of Bakersfield

RN Telemetry

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$45.55 - $79.04/hr

... Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed ... Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with the CA. board * Basic Life Support (BLS ...

Mercy Hospital Of Bakersfield

RN Telemetry

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$45.55 - $79.04/hr

... Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed ... Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with the CA board * Basic Life Support (BLS) from ...

Mercy Hospital Of Bakersfield

RN Telemetry

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$45.55 - $79.04/hr

... Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed ... Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the CA board * Basic Life Support (BLS) from the AHA

Mercy Hospital Of Bakersfield

RN Emergency

Bakersfield, CA · On-site

$45.55 - $79.04/hr

... Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed ... Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with CA. board. * Basic Life Support (BLS) through ...

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How much do lactation rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for lactation rn in California is $41.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.94 and $48.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lactation RN?

Lactation RNs, or Lactation Registered Nurses, are specialized nurses who support and educate new mothers about breastfeeding and lactation. They assess both mother and baby to ensure proper latching and milk transfer, address concerns such as sore nipples or low milk supply, and provide guidance on breast pumping and storage. Lactation RNs often work in hospitals, birthing centers, or community health settings, collaborating with healthcare teams to promote successful breastfeeding and infant health.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a lactation RN in a hospital setting?

A Lactation RN typically provides direct support and education to new mothers and families about breastfeeding techniques, addresses common breastfeeding challenges, and monitors infant growth and feeding patterns. The role often involves collaborating closely with obstetricians, pediatricians, and other nursing staff to ensure comprehensive care for both mother and baby. Lactation RNs may also develop care plans, document assessments, and lead group classes or one-on-one consultations, making every day varied and rewarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lactation RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lactation RN, you need a registered nursing license with specialized training or certification in lactation consulting, such as the IBCLC credential. Familiarity with breastfeeding assessment tools, electronic health records, and patient education materials is important. Compassion, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication help build trust and support with new mothers and families. These skills ensure mothers receive accurate guidance and emotional support, leading to positive breastfeeding experiences and improved infant health outcomes.

What is the difference between Lactation Rn vs Pediatric Nurse?

AspectLactation RnPediatric Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, Lactation Consultant certificationRegistered Nurse (RN) license, Pediatric Nursing certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, breastfeeding support centersHospitals, pediatric clinics, schools
Industry UsageMaternal and child health, breastfeeding supportPediatric healthcare, child development

Both Lactation Rns and Pediatric Nurses are registered nurses working in child-related healthcare settings. Lactation Rns specialize in breastfeeding support and maternal health, often working with new mothers, while Pediatric Nurses focus on overall child health and development. The main difference lies in their specialized training and focus areas, though both roles require RN licensure and are vital in pediatric healthcare.

Do lactation RNs get paid more?

Lactation RNs typically earn higher salaries than general RNs due to specialized training in breastfeeding support and education. Compensation can vary based on experience, location, and healthcare setting, but specialization often leads to increased pay. Certifications like IBCLC can also influence salary levels for lactation consultants and RNs with this focus.

How much do lactation RNs make?

Lactation RNs in Texas typically earn an average annual salary of around $70,000 to $85,000, depending on experience, certifications, and work setting. Salaries can vary based on healthcare facility, geographic location within the state, and additional skills such as breastfeeding counseling or patient education.

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Infographic showing various Lactation Rn job openings in California as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,298 per year, or $41 per hour.

Lactation Specialist, Part-time, Day shift

Templeton, CA • On-site

Adventist Health
Non-Profits • 10K+ employees
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$36.08 - $54.07/hr

Part-time

Posted 27 days ago

Adventist Health rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 247 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


Located in Templeton amongst the oak trees, Adventist Health Twin Cities has been serving northern San Luis Obispo County since 1977. Comprised of a 122-bed acute care facility, our team provides exceptional care in emergency medicine, orthopedics, obstetrics, digestive disorders, wound care, and various medical, surgical and outpatient services. Locals enjoy weekly farmers markets in downtown Templeton, farm-to-fork dining, beautiful landscapes for hiking and biking, and beach days just fifteen minutes away at Cambria and Morro Bay.
Job Summary:
Provides inpatient lactation services to women and their families adapting the instruction and care to the lifestyle, cultural lifestyle, cultural background and socio-economic status of the patient. Works in collaboration with the direct nursing staff and the physician to assist the patient in achieving a satisfactory start to successful breastfeeding. Assists in the implementation of short and long range goals applying to breastfeeding that are identified by the nursing staff providing direct patient care.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
  • High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
  • Two years' relevant experience: Preferred
  • Experience teaching health education classes and facilitating support groups: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:
  • Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Preferred
  • Certified Lactation Consultant: Required
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred

Essential Functions:
  • Employs an interdisciplinary approach to providing comprehensive newborn assessment and lactation support. Facilitates the coordination of all necessary services for patients and families. Coordinates patient care for hospital admissions, specialty referrals, and ancillary support departments based on the assessment from the newborn visit. Within the assigned service area of operation, contacts every woman who has delivered a newborn, offers telephonic assessment and lactation support, generates a nursing care plan, and monitors follow up. Assesses the needs of the mother and her newborn in the post-partum period. Documents identified high risk factors and problems, which may require consultation and intervention, and plans for appropriate follow up.
  • Collaborates with other members of the health care team to identify parent's educational and competency gaps related to breastfeeding and newborn assessment. Conducts and documents individual or family lactation or newborn visits to address the identified gaps associated with the newborn or lactation visit. In collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, assesses staff knowledge and identifies competency-based educational needs of staff related to breastfeeding patients and newborn assessment. Provides both formal and informal medical and nursing staff education services in a manner that is consistent, uniform, efficient and cost-effective. Evaluates the effectiveness of the education and modifies educational plans as needed.
  • Provides daily assessment and support of new mothers and infants in conjunction with the nursing staff. Appropriately documents breastfeeding assessments, interventions and plan of care in the medical record. Communicates breastfeeding assessment and plan of care with bedside nurse to ensure continuity. Performs duties of the clinical nurse in assigned setting when necessary. Assists with development and updating of lactation protocols in collaboration with a health care team of physicians, nurse practitioner, midwife, social workers, and nutritionists. Teaches group prenatal newborn care and lactation classes. Provides education and mentoring to health care professionals. Mentors nursing staff in providing inpatient education.
  • Communicates and markets breastfeeding education programs to a broad target audience using appropriate methods, and based on identified/assessed needs. Provides breastfeeding education to obstetrical and pediatric care providers in the community. Communicates the assessment and plan of care to the mother and/or baby's doctor when seen in the outpatient clinic.
  • Collaborates with the department manager, quality management, and/or designee to establish ongoing monitoring of breast feeding, mother-infant care indicators, policy implementation and improve quality of perinatal care as needed. Collects, monitors, records, and reports data as needed. Meets with appropriate person and/or committee as needed to review monitored data for quality assurance."
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

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