RN - Lactation Consultant

Phaxis; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job summary

Phaxis in Forest Hills, Queens, NY is hiring an RN Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) to join our Maternity team. This role offers $65–$70/hour with a Monday–Friday daytime schedule and on-site hours.

You will provide breastfeeding education, assess techniques, conduct discharge education, document in EPIC EMR, and collaborate with maternity staff to promote positive outcomes for mothers and babies.

Qualifications

• Active New York State RN License is required.
• IBCLC certification is required.
• BLS and NRP Essentials certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on breastfeeding education to new mothers.
• Assess breastfeeding techniques and develop individualized care plans.
• Educate families on latching, milk supply, and newborn feeding.
• Conduct maternity discharge education classes and prepare families for home.

Skills

Breastfeeding education

Patient education

Communication skills

Education

RN License (New York)

IBCLC Certification

BLS Certification

NRP Essentials Certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

NOW HIRING: RN LACTATION CONSULTANT (IBCLC) –MATERNITY Location: Forest Hills, Queens, NY 11375 Pay: $65–$70/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday | Flexible Day Shifts Department: Maternity / Mother-Baby Calling All Passionate Lactation Consultants! We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) –International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) to join a dedicated Maternity team in Forest Hills, Queens! This is an excellent opportunity for an RN who is passionate about maternal-child health, breastfeeding education, and empowering new mothers during one of the most important moments of their lives.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Provide hands-on breastfeeding education, guidance, and support to new mothers.
• Assess breastfeeding techniques, identify challenges, and develop individualized care plans.
• Educate mothers and families on proper latching, milk supply, positioning, and newborn feeding.
• Conduct daily maternity discharge education classes to prepare families for a successful transition home.
• Complete breastfeeding assessments and review clinical documentation using EPIC EMR.
• Collaborate with maternity nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to promote positive maternal and newborn outcomes.

REQUIREMENTS

• Active New York State RN License IBCLC Certification –REQUIRED Current BLS Certification NRP –Essentials Certification Strong patient education and communication skills Passion for maternal and newborn care FLEXIBLE WEEKDAY SCHEDULE! Monday–Friday with shift options: 8: 00 AM –4: 00 PM 9: 00 AM –5: 00 PM 10: 00 AM –6: 00 PM

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS OPPORTUNITY

• Competitive pay: $65–$70/hour
• Monday–Friday schedule
• Flexible daytime hours
• Rewarding maternity specialty
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference for new mothers and babies