Lactation Consultant II - Part-Time

1d1 day ago

Indiana University Health

Muncie, US · Part-time · $55,000 – $75,000

About this role

Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, IN, 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, providing comprehensive infant feeding services to families through both inpatient and outpatient settings.

In this role, you will deliver expert lactation consultation, assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient and family needs related to infant feeding. You will develop, implement, and promote the lactation program within the hospital, increasing awareness and outreach while creating and distributing educational materials tailored to diverse audiences.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to advance patient care plans, improve outcomes, and enhance operational efficiency. Your expertise will also be called upon for teaching, mentoring, and supporting staff and families regarding lactation practices, all while adhering to the ANA Scope and Standards of Professional Nursing.

Indiana University Health is home to the largest nursing network in Indiana, with over 9,000 nursing team members at more than 800 sites of care. As part of a system ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, you will have access to advanced clinical training, leadership development, and promotion opportunities that support your personal and professional growth.

Requirements

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.

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.

Benefits

Fully benefit-eligible part-time position (24 hours per week).
Access to advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross training development.
Part of the largest nursing network in Indiana with over 9,000 nursing team members.
Affiliation with Indiana University School of Medicine, offering access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments.
Opportunity to work at a Magnet-designated or Pathways to Excellence-designated hospital.