What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified MidWife position at Sun River Health?
About Sun River Health:
Sun River Health is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive primary, preventive, and behavioral health services to all individuals, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Our focus is on serving underserved and vulnerable populations across the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island. Established in 1975, Sun River Health operates more than 45 locations and serves over 250,000 patients annually. We are committed to making healthcare accessible to those in need, and in 2018, we merged with Brightpoint Health to expand our impact across New York City.
Position Overview:
Sun River Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to join our team at the Bay Street Health Center, located in Staten Island, NY. In this part-time role, you will provide comprehensive care to women, with an emphasis on preventative health, patient education, and overall reproductive health. You will collaborate with physicians for high-risk patients and will be responsible for planning, evaluating, and delivering healthcare services in line with Sun River Health's mission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Care: Provide care for women throughout their reproductive health journey, including taking histories, performing physical exams, and prescribing treatments as appropriate within the scope of midwifery practice.
- Labor & Delivery: In consultation with physicians, manage labor and delivery, perform deliveries, and provide on-call and hospital coverage when required.
- Preventative Care & Education: Focus on prevention, patient education, and health promotion, offering counseling on contraception, prenatal care, and postnatal support.
- Collaboration with Physicians: Work closely with physicians for the management of high-risk pregnancies and other complex care needs.
- Quality Assurance & Program Development: Participate in quality assurance activities such as medical record reviews, performance audits, and focused reviews. Help develop and implement preventive care standards and diagnostic screening programs.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate and legible documentation of patient care and ensure all practices comply with regulatory requirements, including OSHA standards and infection control protocols.
- Clinical Leadership: Supervise nursing personnel in the department, reviewing protocols, telephone triage, and follow-up procedures.
- Professional Development: Attend continuing education programs, complete annual CME requirements, and stay current with evidence-based practices in midwifery.
Job Title: Part-Time Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)
Location: Bay Street Health Center, Staten Island, NY
Position Type: Part-Time
Salary Range: $77.83 - $80.67 per hour (based on experience and licensure)
Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:
- Education: Master’s degree in Nurse Midwifery from an accredited program.
- Licensure/Certification: Certification by the American College of Nurse Midwifery (ACNM) and licensure to practice as a Certified Nurse Midwife in New York State.
- Experience: At least 1 year of experience in a clinical setting, with a focus on women's health and midwifery care.
- Preferred Experience: Experience working in an FQHC or similar underserved community setting is a plus.
Skills:
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.
- Strong clinical knowledge in midwifery, including preventive care and treatment protocols.
- Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a collaborative team environment.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to follow established protocols and engage in evidence-based practice.
Why Join Sun River Health?
- Mission-Driven: Make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of underserved communities by providing high-quality, affordable healthcare.
- Collaborative Work Environment: Join a team of passionate healthcare professionals committed to patient-centered care.
- Professional Development: Sun River Health offers opportunities for continuing education, career advancement, and professional growth.
- Supportive Culture: Work in a supportive, inclusive, and wellness-focused environment where staff are recognized and valued.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Even as a part-time employee, you will be eligible for competitive compensation and benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage, professional development support, and more.
Relation to Mission
The mission of Sun River Health is to increase access to comprehensive primary and preventive health care and to improve the health status of our community, especially for the underserved and vulnerable.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Sun River Health provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual preference, or non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap or disability in each aspect of the human resources function.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
Job Responsibilities
The following statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. Sun River Health may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.
Salary : $78 - $81
