Marissa Daeger
Van Wert,OH
Summary
Dedicated Nurse and IBCLC Lactation Specialist with extensive experience at Dayton Children's Hospital. Skilled in patient and family centered care and critical care nursing. I empower families through education and collaborate effectively with all members of the healthcare team ensuring optimal infant and pediatric health and fostering strong family bonds. Committed to continuously learning to provide the best care to each patient and family I serve.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lactation Specialist
Dayton Children's
Dayton, OH
2024 - Current
- Advocated for family-centered care promoting the importance of early skin-to-skin contact. Provided breast pump education and supplies as needed and promoted frequent pumping when infants were too unstable for skin-to-skin holding or breastfeeding.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to establish optimal breastfeeding practices within the NICU and pediatric hospital setting.
- Addressed concerns related to infant weight gain through close monitoring and collaboration with pediatricians or other healthcare providers as needed.
- Educated nursing staff on best practices for lactation support, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes patient-centered care.
- Provided compassionate support to families experiencing breastfeeding challenges, creating individualized care plans to address their unique needs.
- Stayed current with evolving research and best practices by attending professional development conferences and workshops related to lactation support.
Pediatric Clinic Registered Nurse
Dayton Children's
Dayton, OH
2022 - 2024
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks in a high volume pediatric clinic.
- Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
PACU Nurse
Dayton Children's
Dayton, OH
2020 - 2022
- Monitored patient vital signs post-anesthesia to ensure safety and stability.
- Administered medications and monitored pain control. Provided nonpharmalogical support for pain management to enhance comfort.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and discharge instructions.
NICU Nurse
Dayton Children's
Dayton, OH
2018 - 2020
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of neonatal patients to identify care needs and monitor progress.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Implemented measures such as kangaroo care, skin-to-skin contact, and breastfeeding support to promote bonding between infants and their families.
- Facilitated parental involvement in newborn care, strengthening family bonds and supporting emotional well-being.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, offering guidance and resources as needed.
- Educated parents on infant care techniques, empowering them to confidently care for their newborns at home.
- Initiated increased learning opportunities for growth in providing breastfeeding support with NICU lactation consultants.
ICU Nurse
Premier Health Good Samaritan Hospital
Dayton, OH
2017 - 2018
- Assisted in emergency procedures, demonstrating quick decision-making and critical thinking.
- Utilized advanced monitoring equipment to assess patient conditions and respond effectively.
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
Patient Care Assistant Cardiac Intensive Care
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
Muncie, IN
2015 - 2017
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering a positive environment during difficult times.
- Served as a dependable resource to both nursing and administrative staff by consistently maintaining a professional demeanor and strong work ethic in all areas of patient care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage House Nursing Home
New Castle, IN
2013 - 2015
- Provided personal care assistance such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights promptly and supported patient comfort and safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Ball State University
Muncie, IN2017
Skills
Individualized breastfeeding support in hospital and outpatient settings
Proactive continuing education
Compassionate family and patient centered care
Providing comprehensive family education
Critical thinking and critical care nursing
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), compact license- 440557, certified June, 2017
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)- L-314618, certified January, 2024
- Neonatal Touch and Massage Nurse Certification (NTMNC)- Certified January, 2026
- BLS
- PALS
Prior certifications held: CNA, NRP, STABLE, and ACLS certifications
Professional Organizations and Continuing Education
- AWHONN- 2019-2023
- USLCA member- 2024-2025
- OLCA member- 2023-2024
- Ohio Lactation Consultant Association conference in person attendance 2024
- Hazelbaker Lactation Institute Courses- 2024
- Gold Lactation virtual conference- 2025
Timeline
Lactation Specialist
Dayton Children's
2024 - Current
Pediatric Clinic Registered Nurse
Dayton Children's
2022 - 2024
PACU Nurse
Dayton Children's
2020 - 2022
NICU Nurse
Dayton Children's
2018 - 2020
ICU Nurse
Premier Health Good Samaritan Hospital
2017 - 2018
Patient Care Assistant Cardiac Intensive Care
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital
2015 - 2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage House Nursing Home
2013 - 2015
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Ball State University