Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

110,000-$125,000

Monday-Friday 8AM-4 : 30 PM (40 hours per week) 5 weeks accrued PTO 10 paid holidays off per year Health Benefits start day 1 (Medical / Dental / Vision / STD / LTD / Pet / Life / etc.) Tuition reimbursement programs available 401K employer match Continuing Medical Education time and funds FTCA Medical Malpractice Insurance

Position Summary

The Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) reports to and is under the guidance of the Director of OB / GYN Services, Site Medical Directors, and collaborating physicians, in accordance with the Heartland Health Services (HHS) mission, strategic goals, federal and state laws and regulations, performance and outcome objectives, and accreditation standards. The CNM provides care to women in all stages of pregnancy, childbirth, post-delivery, and other general women's healthcare.

Essential Functions

• Assesses the health status of patients by obtaining a relevant medical and health history and performing a physical exam based on age and history to identify any medical diseases or disorders and / or needs of the patient.
• Establishes priorities and devises a mutually acceptable plan of care to maximize the health potential of the individual by ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, identifying appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, and developing a client education plan, according to protocols established by HHS.
• Conducts and interprets relevant diagnostic tests, prescribes non-pharmacologic therapies, provides relevant patient education to the individual and / or family, and makes referrals to other appropriate health professionals and community agencies.
• Maintains a process for systematic follow-up by determining the effectiveness of the plan of care through documentation of client outcomes; reassessing and modifying the care plan as necessary to achieve medical and health goals; and maintaining accurate, legible, and confidential records.
• Participates in periodic quality assurance review, including systematic review of records and treatment plans.
• Functions as a role model and preceptor for nurse midwife students completing a formal education program.
• Participates as a team member in the provision of medical and health care, interfacing with professional colleagues to provide comprehensive care for women.
• Supports and participates in HHS's continuous quality improvement efforts designed to increase patient outcomes; increase patient satisfaction, and improve the utilization of HHS's human, capital, and physical resources.
• Participates in HHS's peer review program.
• Participates in HHS collaborative projects as appropriate.
• Updates patients' records and changes in health status regularly, as clinically indicated.
• Maintains current knowledge by attending educational programs and maintains certification in compliance with current state law.
• Develops and maintains a positive working relationship with patients, department personnel, and outside agencies.
• Supports clinic compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and HHS rules, regulations, protocols, and procedures governing the clinical provision of medical services as well as those relating to, but not limited to, workplace safety, public health, and confidentiality.
• Works in consultation with clinical teams, direct clinical support staff, and indirect clinical support staff to develop and implement policies and procedures that maximize patient-centered communication and services.
• Maintains and assures confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HHS's policies.
• Reports building / equipment problems through the appropriate channels.
• Performs any clerical duty or department related task as assigned by supervisor in a continuously changing medical practice.
• Attends all staff meetings, department meetings, and any other meetings as required.

Requirements

Salary Description

110,000-$125,000

Salary : $110,000 - $125,000