JOB POSTING
JOB SUMMARY
The
Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) functions within the organized healthcare system
as defined by the American College of Nurse Midwives core competencies of Basic
Midwifery Practice and the Standards for the Practice of Nurse Midwifery. The
CNM collaborates with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide
comprehensive care to the pregnant and laboring woman. The CNM uses the
processes of assessment, diagnosis, management and evaluation to provide care
that integrates the psychosocial and physical needs of women. The CNM obtains
history and performs physical examination to evaluate and coordinate patient care
at Nile Women’s Health Care, in addition, to providing care in labor and
delivery. Along with physicians, nurses and other members of the healthcare
team, the CNM strives to ensure the provision of quality patient care leading
to optimal outcomes. The CNM works in collaboration with all Clinical Staff,
attending physicians, Nile Women’s Health Care and Practice Manager.
EDUCATION
· Current licensure as a Certified Nurse Midwife or Licensed Midwife required
· Graduate of an accredited Nursing program or Masters in Nurse Midwifery program required.
· Meets credentialing requirements as appropriate through the Medical Staff office required
· BLS certified require
· NRP certified
· Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification required within first year of hire. To be monitored by Department for compliance.
EXPERIENCE
WORKING CONDITIONS
· Normal heat, light space, and safe working environment; typical of most office jobs.
· Occasional exposure to one or more mildly unpleasant physical conditions.
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
· Ability to perform accurate interpretation of electronic fetal heart rate monitor
· Experience with first assist with C-sections
· Must be credentialed to first assist on cesarean section within six (6) months of hire.
· Must be credentialed to perform limited OB Ultrasound
Benefits
- Relocation Assistance
- Competitive Salary
- Production Bonuses available (after one (1) year of employment)
- Hospital Credential Fees Paid
- Paid time off
- 1 week CME allowance
- Health Insurance
- Employer Contribution to Health Insurance
- 401(k) Plan available (after one (1) of employment)
- Company Paid Malpractice Premiums
- ACOG or ABOG Dues Reimbursed