About this role
At NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital, Women's Health nurses have created a supportive, compassionate environment for all phases of ante- through postpartum care. With over 12,000 births annually, we're the experienced team families count on for successful outcomes. Mothers and babies start their journey here with expert nurses at their side.
The Lactation Consultant provides direct effective and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their significant others. This role facilitates professional nursing practice through clinical expertise and teaching abilities. Acts as a preceptor for new staff and students by providing a professional role model.
At Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital, the home of the first center in the U.S. for pregnant moms at risk, we focus on patients' outcomes every step of the way. Each nurse dares to be truly excellent, thriving in a compassionate culture of care. Together, we provide the best possible care to each patient's needs.
Lactation Specialist educates staff and patients while supporting QA and QI initiatives. Join a per diem position where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing
- Current New York State License as a Registered Nurse (or willingness to obtain)
- Certified Lactation Consultant from International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Board (IBCLC)
- Minimum of 2 years of related clinical experience
- BCLS certification
- RN experience in women's health or NICU preferred
- Lactation experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide direct provision of effective and comprehensive nursing care to patients and their significant others
- Facilitate professional nursing practice through clinical expertise and teaching abilities
- Act as a preceptor for new staff and students by providing a professional role model
- Educate staff and patients on lactation support
- Support QA and QI initiatives
- Assess and manage postpartum breastfeeding challenges
- Promote successful breastfeeding initiation and continuation
- Consult on lactation issues in antepartum and postpartum settings
Benefits
- Employee engagement at an all-time high
- Culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion
- Comprehensive benefits that support you and your family
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
- Dynamic environment that embraces every person
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