Lactation Consultant - Women's Services
Company: Mercy
Location: Greenland
Posted on: January 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Find your calling at Mercy! Provides lactation support,
education, and assistance to mothers and families. Initiates and
maintains regular contact with mothers throughout the baby's
hospital stay to help support their breastfeeding experience.
Provides post-discharge outpatient care and services through
coordination with Family Resource Center and Outpatient Lactation
Services. Serves as a clinical and education resources related to
lactation or hospital co-workers. Works closely with staff to
facilitate provisions of lactation support services and education
throughout Mercy. Represents Mercy at community activities,
outreach, and educational programs. Must have flexibility in
scheduling to assure required contact with patients. Awareness of
direct patient care activities for neonatal age groups to include
assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Coordinates
patient care activities with nursing and ancillary departments to
optimize patient care and comfort. Functions within the scope of
nursing preparation and consistent with the established guidelines
of nursing practice, the goals of Mercy, the philosophy of the
Sisters of Mercy, the State Nurse Practice Act, the Code of
Professional and Business Ethics and the Employee Code of Conduct.
Performs related duties as assigned. Performs duties and
responsibilities in the manner consistent with our mission, values,
and Mercy Service Standards. Position Details: Qualifications
Education : Graduate of an approved nursing education program.
Licensure : Current RN licensure with State Board of Nursing in the
applicable state of practice or current RN temporary work permit in
the applicable state of practice. Experience : None. Certifications
: Certification as a Certified Lactation Consultant (CLC) must be
obtained within two years of date of hire or transfer. Must have a
current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Care or
complete a course within their probation period. Other Skills,
Knowledge and Abilities: demonstrated clinical expertise in their
area of responsibility. Demonstrated skill in interpersonal
relations and communications. Must have the ability to multitask
and be flexible in routines. Working Conditions, Mental and
Physical Requirements: stand and walk most of the time on duty.
Meet unit-specific physical demands. May be required to work
differing schedules, shifts, days of the week, or work frequency
according to client requirementswill work rotating weekends and
some evening shifts in Family Resource Center. Equipment use
specific to unit. Preferred Education : BSN Preferred Experience:
Prefer experience in mother/baby care. Why Mercy? From day one,
Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and
vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched
retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At
Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through
innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow
with us. keyword(s): Lactation, Mother/Baby, Maternal Health,
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