Lactation Specialist – Labor and Delivery – FT Evenings
About The Position
At NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, Women's Health nurses have created a supportive, compassionate environment for all phases of ante- through post-partum care. With over 12,000 births annually, we're the experienced and caring team families count on for successful outcomes. Mothers and babies start their journey here with expert nurses at their side and the finest resources at their command. The Lactation Specialist is responsible for the direct provision of effective and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their significant others. Facilitates professional nursing practice by virtue of his/her clinical expertise, lead the Baby Friendly initiative, and teaching abilities and acts as a preceptor for new staff and students by providing them with a professional role model. Lactation Specialist will educate staff and patients and will support QA and QI initiatives. This is a full-time day shift position, covering Monday - Friday from 2:00pm – 11:00pm including weekend rotations at NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Hospital located in Bronxville; right across from the Metro North Station.
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing
- Current New York State License as a Registered Nurse
- Certified Lactation Consultant from International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Board (IBCLC)
- Minimum of 3 years of related clinical experience
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and computer skills
- Must live within a commutable distance to NYP.
Nice To Haves
- Masters in Nursing or related field
Responsibilities
- Direct provision of effective and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their significant others.
- Facilitate professional nursing practice by virtue of clinical expertise, lead the Baby Friendly initiative, and teaching abilities.
- Act as a preceptor for new staff and students by providing them with a professional role model.
- Educate staff and patients.
- Support QA and QI initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay
- Recognition for experience, education, and licensure
- Amazing benefits
- Countless opportunities for personal and professional growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
