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share to e-mail Tweet share to twitter Share on Facebook share to facebook Share on LinkedIn share to linkedin Lactation Consultant II Job Description Overview Lactation Consultant II - Part-Time (24 hours/week) IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, IN IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Lactation Consultant II to join our Maternal and Child Health team. This part-time position offers 24 hours per week and is fully benefit-eligible. The Lactation Consultant II will provide comprehensive infant feeding services to families through inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting breastfeeding and infant nutrition.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver expert lactation consultation, assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient and family needs related to infant feeding. Develop, implement, and promote the lactation program within the hospital, increasing awareness and outreach. Create and distribute educational materials tailored to diverse audiences, including families, staff, and community partners. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to advance patient care plans, improve outcomes, and enhance operational efficiency. Participate in decision-making, teaching, mentoring, and supporting staff and families regarding lactation practices. Adhere to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements.
Qualifications:
Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN). Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred. Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license. Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program. Requires certification by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) or be certified within one year of hire. Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies. Requires background working with childbearing families or maternal health nursing. We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.