The Principal Lactation Nurse leads and delivers comprehensive breastfeeding support services, providing expert clinical guidance to patients and healthcare teams. The role ensures high-quality, evidence-based lactation care, supports staff development, and drives continuous improvement in maternal and infant care services aligned with organisational goals.
Responsibilities - Provide breastfeeding assessment, education, and support to mothers across antenatal, inpatient, and post-discharge stages.
- Manage and coordinate care for breastfeeding patients, including those with complex needs.
- Document clinical interventions, patient responses, and outcomes related to lactation care.
- Conduct antenatal breastfeeding and infant care education classes.
- Serve as a clinical expert and resource for healthcare professionals, patients, and families; advocate for breastfeeding best practices.
- Supervise, mentor, and support junior...