Certified Lactation Consultant at Ascension

Boonville, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lactation consulting, Breastfeeding support, Patient assessment, Clinical education, Evidence-based practice, Patient teaching, Data-driven initiatives, Quality of care improvement, Clinical resource management, Infant care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Your future role at a glance Location: Boonville, IN Facility: St. Vincent Warrick Hospital; supporting 6 surrounding counties Department/Specialty: WIC Schedule: Day Shift | Full Time Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Assess the unique goals and challenges of each mother and infant to create personalized lactation plans that support long-term breastfeeding success. Educate families by demonstrating evidence-based techniques, empowering them with the skills and knowledge to nourish their infants confidently. Guide nursing staff and physicians as a specialized clinical resource, ensuring a unified and supportive approach to lactation care across the medical team. Lead the design of patient teaching plans and data-driven initiatives to constantly improve the quality of care and health outcomes for our newest arrivals. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: Certification specializing in Lactation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. What additional preferences we're seeking RNs, Registered Dieticians, and those with a Bachelor's in Nutrition/Dietetics Experience with breastfeeding Certified lactation specialist or IBCLC licensure Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.

Responsibilities

Assess the unique goals of mothers and infants to create personalized lactation plans that support breastfeeding success. Educate families on evidence-based techniques and serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff and physicians.