Per Diem Nurse Coordinator - Lactation

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Per Diem Nurse Coordinator - Lactation. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for using their own clinical expertise to provide breastfeeding education and counseling. The Lactation Coordinator works collaboratively with other health‑team professionals to promote breastfeeding management and provides leadership to the patient care team by mentoring and sharing current evidence‑based information and clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages department utilizing resources in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Establishes reasonable budget projections for supplies and effectively manages fiscal responsibilities related to salaries and supplies.
• Prepares budgets and related reports in a comprehensive and timely manner, within established financial guidelines.
• Works to provide adequate staffing levels on each shift.
• Models an open approach to information/knowledge sharing by providing interactive forums including monthly scheduled staff meetings, minutes, and attendance sheets.
• Ensures staff participation in annual requirements.
• Maintains a clinical knowledge base appropriate to the patient population.
• Maintains competencies; participates in activities, meetings, and committees contributing to the growth and development of self, colleagues, and the nursing profession.
• Obtains a minimum of 20 CEUs annually relative to specialty and role.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Establishes, monitors, and evaluates standards of patient care specific to the individual patient care unit, focusing on measurable outcomes.
• Consistently addresses patient care needs in a timely manner.
• Participates and/or promotes multidisciplinary process improvement activities for unit‑specific and hospital‑wide initiatives.
• Actions demonstrate an understanding of the individual's role and how it relates to the delivery of care/services in the organization.
• Demonstrates accountability with respect to staffing and scheduling.
• Practices, facilities, and role models the principles of team building, delegation, and communication.
• Assists staff with developmental plans for professional growth.
• Oversees the orientation process of new employees, including unit‑based and float‑pool staff.
• Maintains employee unit files per WUH/HR guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required)
• Current NYS Registered Nurse License (Required)
• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBLCE) (Required)
• Excellent communication skills (both oral & written), interpersonal, and organizational skills (Required)
• Basic Computer Knowledge (Required)
• Knowledge of standards of practice for all areas of patient care (Required)

Benefits

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether you're developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. Employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, and employee resource groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well‑being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $65.87–$70.00 per hour. Actual compensation depends on factors such as experience, specialty, education, and hospital needs.