Specialist Lactation - Full time Days

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
81d$127,200 - $149,000

About The Position

At New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Women's Health nurses have created a supportive, compassionate environment for all phases of ante- through post-partum care. As a Baby-Friendly designated hospital, we are committed to promoting breastfeeding and providing evidence-based maternity care that supports optimal infant feeding practices. We proudly serve a diverse population of low-risk birthing women, offering personalized care that empowers families from the very beginning. Here, mothers and babies start their journey with expert nurses at their side and the finest resources at their command. The Lactation Specialist plays a vital role in this journey, providing direct, effective, and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their significant others. This role also facilitates professional nursing practice through clinical expertise and teaching, acting as a preceptor for new staff and students. The Lactation Specialist will educate staff and patients, and support quality assurance and improvement initiatives. This is a full-time day shift position at New York-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Campus. Hours: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM, four days per week.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
  • Current New York State License as a Registered Nurse (or willingness to obtain).
  • IBCLC Certification.
  • Minimum of one year acute care RN experience in women’s health or NICU.
  • Previous lactation experience.
  • BCLS certification.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience as a Lactation Consultant or Specialist.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Leadership and teaching potential.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct, effective, and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their significant others.
  • Facilitate professional nursing practice through clinical expertise and teaching.
  • Act as a preceptor for new staff and students.
  • Educate staff and patients on lactation and breastfeeding.
  • Support quality assurance and improvement initiatives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Dynamic environment that embraces every person.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Bachelor's degree

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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