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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for non rn lactation consultant in Arizona is $38.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.31 and $46.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a non RN lactation consultant?

A Non RN Lactation Consultant is a professional who specializes in supporting and educating breastfeeding mothers, but does not hold a registered nurse (RN) license. These consultants are often certified by organizations such as the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) as International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) or may hold other lactation credentials. They provide guidance on breastfeeding techniques, address common lactation issues, and help families achieve their feeding goals. Non RN Lactation Consultants can work in hospitals, clinics, community settings, or private practice.

What does a non RN lactation consultant do?

A non-RN lactation consultant helps mothers and babies with breastfeeding issues. As a lactation consultant, you can work in hospitals, public health departments, lactation clinics, and private practices. Your responsibilities include helping mothers with breastfeeding challenges, such as latching difficulties, and milk production concerns, teaching milk expression practices, and providing emotional support. Your duties include communicating with mothers, helping to educate families on breastfeeding practices and benefits, and keeping current with emerging research and best practices. You provide referrals to medical services for families in need and recommend courses of treatment to ensure breastfeeding success. Depending on your education and background, you may assist with nutritional and medical concerns.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a non RN lactation consultant?

To thrive as a Non-RN Lactation Consultant, you need specialized knowledge in lactation management, completion of an accredited lactation consultant program, and typically certification such as IBCLC. Familiarity with breastfeeding assessment tools, patient documentation systems, and maternal-infant health protocols is important. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to educate and support diverse families make someone excel in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for providing evidence-based breastfeeding support, promoting infant health, and fostering positive client relationships.

How do non RN lactation consultants typically collaborate with medical staff and new parents in a hospital setting?

Non-RN Lactation Consultants work closely with both medical staff and new parents, providing education and hands-on support for breastfeeding. They often collaborate with nurses, pediatricians, and obstetricians to address feeding concerns and ensure continuity of care. While they do not perform clinical nursing tasks, they focus on counseling, developing feeding plans, and facilitating communication between families and healthcare teams. This collaborative approach helps ensure that lactation support is integrated into the overall care plan.

What is the difference between Non Rn Lactation Consultant vs Certified Lactation Consultant?

AspectNon Rn Lactation ConsultantCertified Lactation Consultant
CredentialsVaries; may include non-nursing certifications or trainingRequires IBCLC certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, community centersHospitals, private practice, community settings
Industry UsageUsed in diverse health and wellness settingsStandard credential for lactation consulting
Search IntentComparison with other lactation rolesProfessional certification details

Non Rn Lactation Consultants often have varied certifications and work in similar environments as Certified Lactation Consultants, but lack the IBCLC credential. Certified Lactation Consultants are recognized professionals with specific certification, ensuring standardized expertise in lactation support.

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Registered Nurse Lactation Consultant

Tucson Medical Center

Tucson, AZ

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago

Tucson Medical Center rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 78 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

303rd of 1,062 rated hospitals

Job description

Registered Nurse Lactation Consultant
Job CategoryNursing
ScheduleFull time
Shift1 - Day Shift
Provides expert lactation and infant feeding assessment, consultation, education, and leadership to patients, families, and healthcare professionals across the continuum of care.

Tucson Medical Center (TMC) is Tucson's only non-profit community owned hospital. Employees choose to work at TMC because of our of integrity, community, dedication, and compassion which we show through the exceptional care we provide to our patients and our community. Our passion for caring for the Tucson community has expanded over the last to include community partnerships, new medical specialties, and medical clinics to further provide the care our community deserves.

Why Join Tucson Medical Center?

We don't only care for our patients, we care for our TMC family too. As a member of our family you can expect to enjoy a wide variety of benefits. In addition to all the benefits you would expect from a leading medical facility (medical, dental, vision, 401K with match) we also provide:

  • Family Style Atmosphere with a Supportive Team
  • Competitive Pay
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health and Wellness Coaching
  • Extensive Onsite Gym for $12.00 a Month
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION: Associates or Bachelors Degree in Nursing.EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of related mother baby nursing experience. 1 year lactation consultant experience preferred.LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION: Current Registered Nurse with ability to work in Arizona, and Lactation Counselor (IBCLC) certification (can be in progress). Current CPR/BLS
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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