Per Diem Nurse Coordinator - Lactation BSN, NYS RN License, and IBLCE Certification REQUIRED

NYU Langone Health • Mineola, NY

1d • $66 - $70 • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is seeking a Per Diem Nurse Coordinator - Lactation to join their team. This role is responsible for providing breastfeeding education and counseling using clinical expertise. The Lactation Coordinator collaborates with health team professionals to promote breastfeeding management and provides leadership by mentoring and sharing evidence-based information and clinical skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Required.
• Current NYS Registered Nurse License Required.
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBLCE) Required.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral & written), interpersonal and organization skills Required.
• Basic Computer Knowledge Required.
• Knowledge of standards of practice for all areas of patient care Required.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manages department utilizing resources in fiscally responsible manner.
• Establishes reasonable budget projections for supplies, effectively manages fiscal responsibilities related to salaries and supplies.
• Prepares budgets and related reports in a comprehensive and timely manner, within established financial guidelines.
• Works to provide adequate staffing levels on each shift.
• Models an open approach to information/knowledge sharing by providing interactive forums including monthly scheduled staff meetings including minutes and attendance sheets.
• Ensures staff participation in annual requirements.
• Maintains clinical knowledge base appropriate to patient population.
• Maintains competencies; participates in activities/meetings/committees contributing to the growth and development of self, colleagues and the nursing profession.
• Obtains a minimum of 20 CEUs annually relative to specialty and role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Establishes, monitors, and evaluates standards of patient care specific to the individual patient care unit focusing on measurable outcomes.
• Consistently addresses patient care needs in a timely manner.
• Participates and/or promotes multidisciplinary process improvement activities for unit-specific and hospital-wide initiatives.
• Actions demonstrate an understanding of individuals role and how it relates to the delivery of care/services in the organization.
• Demonstrates accountability with respect to staffing and scheduling.
• Practices, facilities and role models the principles of team building, delegation and communication.
• Assists staff with developmental plan for professional growth.
• Oversees the orientation process of new employees including unit based and float pool staff.
• Maintains employee unit files as per WUH/HR guidelines.

Benefits

• financial security benefits
• generous time-off program
• employee resources groups for peer support
• holistic employee wellness program (physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level