Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)

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Summary of Job Responsibilities:

The position requires the Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to provide primary care services to patients at Neighborhood Medical Center, Inc (NMC). This classification provides comprehensive health care to a diverse population of patients in a primary care setting. Within the individual specialty, the Certified Nurse Midwife is responsible and accountable for managing midwifery health services. This includes prenatal, birth and postpartum care ; education, consultation, and referrals as appropriate; evaluating efficacy of treatment; and serving as an advocate for the patient. The CNM is limited to providing service in the area of specialization for which he/she has been certified and for which competency has been maintained. The CNM must be committed to the midwifery philosophy, families, and the childbirth process.

Qualifications and Experience:

Licensure as a Certified Nurse Midwife Licensed to practice Midwifery in the State of Florida Computer skills Medical charting knowledge and skills Previous experience in maternal and fetal health preferred. Must clear a Level 2 Background Check. Must be professionally credentialed. Team-oriented with good interpersonal communication skills. Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred. Ability to function independently. Ability to work flexible hours.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Obtain and document patient health history.
• Examine, diagnose, treat and advise patients on common maternal issues.
• Order laboratory, x-ray, and other diagnostic studies as necessary for patient care.
• Develops treatment plans and manage patient health problems according to Clinical practice guidelines and standards.
• Proficiency in newborn assessments and medical charts of patients and newborns.
• Birth Center pre and post-delivery operations (sterilization, supply management, cleaning, redressing birthing suites, etc.)
• Skilled at IV placement and suturing.
• Establish relationships with a diverse population of patients, including low-income population groups and special-needs groups such as sexually abused children, incarcerated persons, etc.
• Make appropriate referrals to specialists and other caregivers. Coordinate health care with other specialty providers.
• Consult with supervising physician regarding patients with abnormal or unusual medical conditions.
• Provide emergency treatment as needed.
• Provide appropriate information and education to patient and family member regarding diagnoses, treatment, prevention, safety, etc.
• Provide after-hours call coverage as scheduled.
• Participate in quality assurance activities.
• Maintain medical records according to established protocols.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES

Neighborhood Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity institution and does not discriminate against any person in employment or in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs and benefits on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, ability to speak English, disability, sex, age or marital status. Persons alleging unequal treatment should contact the Chief Executive Officer. Employer guarantees to pay at least the State of Florida minimum wage.