Lumping LCs in with RNs in regards to pay is one of the difficulties experienced
by RNs who are also IBCLCs.  I work as an IBCLC in a small community hospital,
but as a non-RN there is no confusion over duties or pay.  The LC pay scale is
entirely separate from the RN scale and is the same as the NNP since both NNP
and IBCLC are specialty services.  I'll be happy to discuss this privately and
in detail with anyone who is interested.

Pardee H. Hinson, MPH, IBCLC
704-543-2239
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Charlotte, NC