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Per Diem RN -Lactation Specialist- Days

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Per Diem RN -Lactation Specialist- Days

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 Per Diem RN -Lactation Specialist- Days 

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.

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. . 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 day shift position at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center - The Alexandra Cohen Hospital for Women and Newborns

This is an 8-hour per diem day shift position . Requirement of 4 shifts per month.

Preferred Criteria:

  • Experience as a Lactation Consultant or Specialist

  • Excellent communication skills, leadership, and teaching potential

  • Masters in Nursing or related field. If Masters in Nursing, BSN can be preferred.

  • Minimum of one year acute care RN experience in women's health or NICU

Required Criteria: 

  • Bachelors Degree in Nursing 

  • Current New York State License as a Registered Nurse (or willingness to obtain)

  • IBCLC Certification

  • Minimum of 3 years of related clinical experience

  • BCLS certification

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and computer skills

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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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$82.50/Hourly


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