Per Diem RN: Postpartum & Lactation Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a per diem registered nurse to assess and supervise care for postpartum and mother-baby patients within BirthPlace and Nursery. The role emphasizes lactation support, family education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an approved nursing degree, Massachusetts RN license, and relevant postpartum experience, with certifications such as IBCLC, NRP, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate - approved School of Nursing.
• BSN preferred.
• Postpartum / Mother Baby experience required.
• Current RN License, Massachusetts.
• IBCLC certification.
• NRP certification.
• AHA BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical, mental, and psychological status of patient using age-appropriate knowledge.
• Plans, evaluates, and supervises care of all patients assigned.
• Works collaboratively with other disciplines in care of patients.
• Participates in formal and informal educational programs to improve technical skills.
• Responsible for continued learning and application to practice.
• Synthesizes patient care information to formulate appropriate nursing diagnosis.
• Responsible to provide patient and family education.
• Work practice reflects philosophy purpose and policies of the hospital department.
• Assesses and directs care for all breastfeeding women on the BirthPlace and in the Nursery.
• Acts as a liaison for staff in the hospital for women who are breastfeeding.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Education & training

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Breastfeeding support

Postpartum care

Education

Graduate - approved School of Nursing

BSN preferred

Postpartum / Mother Baby experience required

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a per diem registered nurse to assess and supervise care for postpartum and mother-baby patients within BirthPlace and Nursery. The role emphasizes lactation support, family education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an approved nursing degree, Massachusetts RN license, and relevant postpartum experience, with certifications such as IBCLC, NRP, and BLS.