Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day Flex (United States of America)

Description:

Lactation Specialists Make It Possible
Staff Nurse - Lactation Specialist – Women and Children's Health – Days

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.

Preferred Criteria:

• Experience as a Lactation Consultant or Specialist
• Excellent communication skills, leadership, and teaching potential

Required Criteria:

• 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

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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• 2023 “Best Employers for Women” – Forbes
• 2023 “Workplace Well-being Platinum Winner” – Aetna
• 2023 “America’s Best-In-State Employers” – Forbes
• “Silver HCM Excellence Award for Learning & Development” – Brandon Hall Group

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$127,200-$149,000/Annual

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.