Registered Nurse Lactation Lead PNE

Mass General Brigham - Salem Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an RN Lactation Lead to oversee lactation services on site at 81 Highland Avenue. The role involves leading nursing staff, interpreting care plans, and ensuring safe, evidence-based patient care for mothers and newborns.

The position requires an RN license with an IBCLC credential and 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience. It is a per diem, day-shift role located onsite in Massachusetts with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing required or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• RN licensure in the state.
• 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience.
• IBCLC certification.
• ACLS/BLS/OCN/NRP/PALS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interprets the plan of medical care and assesses nursing decisions.
• Leads nursing staff and provides safe, individualized care.
• Ensures quality nursing care and evaluates outcomes for patient groups.

Skills

Practical nursing

Pediatric care

Communication skills

Relationship building

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree nursing / Bachelor's degree nursing

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients' clinical decision‑making regarding nursing care, ensuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients. Acts in lead capacity to other nursing staff.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Nursing Required Or Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

IBCLC Certification

Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred

Oncology Certified Nurse [OCN] - Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) preferred

Neonatal Resuscitation Certification [NRP] - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification [PALS] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred

Experience

Clinical nursing experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.
• Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

RN Lactation Lead

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$35.52 - $68.83/Hourly

Grade

7NTEMP

Salary and Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.