Per Diem RN Lactation Specialist-Days

Location
New York, New York
Shift:
Rotating (United States of America)
Description:

Lactation Consultant - IBCLC - Per Diem Rotating

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 Alexandra Cohen Hospital for Women and Newborns is a state of the art facility opened in August of 2020. From obstetrics and gynecology to ante- and postpartum care, our nurses specialize in a myriad of Women's Health areas. We house one of few facilities in the region equipped to help high acuity mothers AND babies on-site. Our Center for Reproductive Medicine has success rates among the world's highest. We're home to New York's first Center for Endometriosis Treatment and Research, and many more progressive initiatives. Our hospital is a premier destination for women's health care and an unmatched opportunity for top-talented nurses. With record high patient AND employee satisfaction scores, we're offering an incredible culture of respect and nurse autonomy.

The Lactation Consultant 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 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 per-diem, Rotating shift position at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center.

Preferred Criteria:

* Experience as a Lactation Consultant
* Excellent communication skills, leadership, and teaching potential

Required Criteria:

* Bachelors 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 is required, including lactation experience
* BCLS certification

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