What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nurse Midwife, Per-diem, Rainier Beach position at Neighborcare Health?
Purpose
The role of the Certified Nurse Midwife is to provide comprehensive pregnancy, birth, well woman and in-hospital newborn care. The Certified Nurse Midwife works as an independent provider and collaborates with other providers and consultants as necessary to fulfill Neighborcare Health’s mission and purpose.
** Minimum requirement of working 6 shifts per quarter **
In this position you will:
- Independently provide antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum care to low and moderate risk obstetric patients.
- Collaborate with ob-gyn and perinatology services to provide care for select high risk obstetric patients.
- Provide well-woman care, including contraceptive counseling and pregnancy options counseling.
- Maintain a problem-oriented patient record including problem list, medication list, and flow sheets. Order and interpret indicated laboratory and other diagnostic tests. Prescribe medications and refer to specialty services as appropriate.
- Offer culturally sensitive education, counseling, and support in accordance with the patient and family-centered model of care.
Required qualifications for this position include:
- Licensed to practice as an ARNP and CNM in the State of Washington
- Graduation from an educational program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery and Education (ACME) required.
- Successful completion of the certifying examination by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) required.
- Enrollment in the Certification Maintenance Program by the AMCB required.
Preferred qualifications for this position include:
- Trained in first and third trimester limited obstetric ultrasound and in the first assist role for Cesarean births
- Experienced in the care and assessment of normal newborns; two or more years providing midwifery care
- Experience in providing care to a low-income, multi-ethnic populations and a demonstrated ability to relate respectfully and effectively to people of diverse racial, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Prior experience using EPIC
Our Mission
The mission of Neighborcare Health is to provide comprehensive health care to families and individuals who have difficulty accessing care; respond with sensitivity to the needs of our culturally diverse patients; and advocate and work with others to improve the overall health status of the communities we serve.
About us
For 50 years, Neighborcare Health has been caring for our neighbors with essential medical and dental care, counseling, outreach, health education and more in Seattle, Vashon, and our newest dental clinic in Olympia! Our purpose is to improve health by engaging, educating, and empowering people in the communities we serve. We are looking to hire the best talent to support our culturally diverse workplace and community.
Compensation
The wage range for this position is a minimum $52.50/hour up to $79.76/hour maximum
Compensation will be determined based on years of relevant experience
Union: No
Full job description will be provided during the selection process.
Salary : $53 - $80
