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How much do non rn lactation consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for non rn lactation consultant in Colorado is $43.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.82 and $52.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 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.

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.

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.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Lactation - Mom/Baby - F/T

Denver Health

Denver, CO • On-site

$36 - $57.77/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Denver Health rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 68 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

190th of 1,055 rated hospitals

Job description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Registered Nurse (RN) - Lactation - Mom/Baby - F/T to join our team!


We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

Mom/Baby Unit Mom & Baby is a 28-bed unit within Women and Children's Health, caring for post-partum patients after delivery, as well as their newborns. There are typically 300 deliveries per month. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:6 - 8, and a CNA in the nursery. Mom/baby nurses also act as "admit" RNs for all infants transferred to the Mom & Baby unit. Nurses take care of many babies whose status does not require NICU care, but who are not yet ready to go home. Mom/Baby nurses may periodically care for a number of GYN patients.

Job Summary
Under general supervision, the professional nurse adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of professional nursing and performance, and the ANA Code of Ethics to provide care to all healthcare consumers. Applies critical thinking, evidence-based practices and competence to collaborate with the health care team to promote excellence in healthcare consumer safety and quality outcomes. Utilizes the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice.
Essential Functions:

  • Lactation consults for term and preterm newborns. (20%)
  • This is a lactation position; this role will not be expected to perform bedside nursing care. (20%)
  • Some weekend and Holiday coverage will be required. (20%)
  • Understanding policy and procedure related to basic newborn care, donor milk, and feeding routines. (20%)
  • Responsible for inpatient consultation, educational classes, educating antepartum, postpartum and high risk patient population about benefits of breastfeeding, follow up phone calls and occasional outpatient consults. (10%)
  • Providing support to provider/RN peers. (10%)


Education:

  • Associate's Degree Required


Work Experience:

  • 1-3 years bedside RN experience Required and
  • 1-3 years CLC experience preferred (this can occur coupled with RN experience).


Licenses:

  • BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and
  • RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
  • CLC-Certified Lactation Counselor - ALPP - Academy ofLactationPolicy and Practice Required
  • IBCLC-International Board of Certified Lactation Consultants - IBCLE - International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Refer to ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
  • Effective communication with peers and families is essential, as is the ability to function well in a teamwork environment.

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular (0.9 FTE)

Salary

$36.00 - $57.77 / hr

Benefits


At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.


Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

  • Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
  • 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
  • Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
  • Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
  • Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
  • Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
  • Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
  • Tuition reimbursement & assistance
  • Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
  • Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
  • National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer


About Denver Health


Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.


As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.


Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.


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