Certified Lactation Consultant

<h3>Your future role at a glance</h3><ul> <li> <p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>Location: </strong>Boonville, IN</p></li> <li> <p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>Facility: </strong>St. Vincent Warrick Hospital; supporting 6 surrounding counties</p></li> <li> <p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>Department/Specialty: </strong>WIC</p></li> <li> <p style="margin: 0px;"><strong>Schedule: </strong>Day Shift | Full Time</p></li> </ul> <h3>How you’ll make an impact in this role</h3><ul><li><p data-path-to-node="2,0,0" style="margin: 0px;">Assess the unique goals and challenges of each mother and infant to create personalized lactation plans that support long-term breastfeeding success.</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="2,1,0" style="margin: 0px;">Educate families by demonstrating evidence-based techniques, empowering them with the skills and knowledge to nourish their infants confidently.</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="2,2,0" style="margin: 0px;">Guide nursing staff and physicians as a specialized clinical resource, ensuring a unified and supportive approach to lactation care across the medical team.</p></li><li><p data-path-to-node="2,3,0" style="margin: 0px;">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.</p></li></ul><h3>What minimum requirements you’ll need</h3><p style="margin: 0px;">Licensure / Certification / Registration:</p><ul><li>Certification specializing in Lactation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.</li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;">Education:</p><ul><li>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.</li></ul><p> </p><p>Additional Preferences:</p><ul><li>RNs, Registered Dieticians, and those with a Bachelor's in Nutrition/Dietetics </li><li>Experience with breastfeeding</li><li><span>Certified lactation specialist or IBCLC licensure</span></li></ul><h3>Benefits that help you thrive</h3><div> <ul style="margin-top:0px; margin-bottom:0px"> <li><b>Comprehensive health coverage:</b> medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options</li> <li><b>Financial security & retirement:</b> employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance </li> <li><b>Time to recharge:</b> pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays</li> <li><b>Career growth:</b> Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning</li> <li><b>Emotional well-being:</b> Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources</li> <li><b>Family support:</b> parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits</li> <li><b>Other benefits:</b> optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more</li> </ul> </div><h3>Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity </h3><p>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.</p> <p><b>Equal employment opportunity employer</b></p> <p>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. 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