Jackson Healthcare·Portsmouth, Virginia
The RN Lactation Consultant promotes and advocates for breastfeeding by developing care standards and providing expert education to mothers. They collaborate across pediatric and OB/GYN departments while maintaining compliant clinical documentation in MHS GENESIS.
Registered Nurse (RN) – Lactation Consultant (Pediatric Department)
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth – Portsmouth, VA
Serve Military Families in a Meaningful Way
Jackson Healthcare Government Services is seeking a dedicated RN Lactation Consultant to support the Pediatric Department at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. This is a rewarding opportunity to promote maternal-child health and provide expert lactation support to active-duty service members and their families.
If you are a compassionate RN with lactation certification and a passion for maternal-child health, we encourage you to apply.
Apply today to join Jackson Healthcare Government Services at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth.
Jackson Healthcare Government Services is an innovator in the delivery of healthcare workforce solutions across the nation, leading the way as a comprehensive healthcare professional and support staffing, technology and program management partner to federal, state and municipal government agencies of all types and sizes.
Smoking/vaping and the use of tobacco products are prohibited on all Company premises, including indoor and outdoor areas, parking lots, and Company-owned vehicles.
As part of our employment process, candidates who receive a conditional offer may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.
Candidates must be U.S. citizens with at least an Associate's Degree in Nursing and a current, unrestricted RN license. Required certifications include BLS, PALS, and IBLCE Lactation Consultant Board Certification, along with at least one year of RN experience within the last two years.
Market context
In Virginia, nursing-related roles are typically supported by steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for both patient-care experience and current credentials, and this role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and one of several entry pathways such as CNA, EMT-B, Medical Assistant graduate status, or nursing program progress. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clinical hours before applying.
