Certified Nurse Midwife

Job Summary Under collaborative agreement with a VNA Health Center physician, provides comprehensive medical evaluation, education and management for clients throughout the life cycle that present for routine preventive, acute and chronic disease health care services at the VNA Health Center clinic sites. Responsibilities 1. Assesses and interprets medical and psycho-social histories; performs physical examinations (including gynecological and breast examination as appropriate); identifies problems; formulates a plan of treatment, provides education and referral (as indicated); and evaluates effectiveness of treatment, education and/or referral. 2. Consults with or refers clients with abnormal conditions or other medical, psychological or social problems to the collaborating physician or other appropriate referral source when indicated. 3. Orders, may perform and interprets the results of laboratory tests as part of the physical examination and health management. Reports communicable disease in a timely manner to the appropriate Health Dept. per applicable procedures and guidelines. 4. Conception and contraception management per applicable protocols and state and federal family planning program guidelines for women presenting for family planning services.

This partially includes as indicated:

confidential family planning services for adolescents; pregnancy testing and options counseling; provision of emergency contraception; and consideration of all FDA approved contraceptive methods for women seeking contraception. 5. Conducts health teaching and counseling during the physical exam, as appropriate, enabling the client to make informed choices about health and treatment options. 6. Completes client clinical record documentation in a timely manner specific to the clinical services provided, according to applicable policies and procedures. 7. Applies exposure control procedures as described in the VNA Health Center Infection control policy and Procedure Manual. 8. Understands the medical emergency procedures and is familiar with the location of the emergency kit(s)/supplies in all clinic settings. 9. Maintains professionalism and adheres to client confidentiality in all VNA Health Center practices. 10. Participates in quality improvement activities, including, but not limited to: periodic clinic observation of clinical/lab skills by the medical director or designee; chart audits; outcome studies; client satisfaction surveys; clinic flow analysis; proficiency testing for CLIA; and quality management reporting and meetings. 11. Familiarizes self and remains current with VNA Health Centerpolicies, procedures and protocols. Assists in the review and development of standing orders, policies, procedures and protocols to be in compliance with state and federal guidelines, and up to date with current medical standards of practice. Skills 1. Current RN licensure in Illinois, as well as current licensures to practice as an APN and to prescribe medications in Illinois; and current federal DEA certificate. 2. Training and/or internship as a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or OB-GYN Practitioner. Graduated from a Master's program for Advanced Practice Nursing. Board Certification required. 3. Minimum of 6 months experience as a nurse practitioner in an ambulatory care setting preferred. 4. Maintains CMEs/CEUs required for licensure. 5. Maintains CPR certification.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$105,000.00 - $147,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Ob/Gyn Primary Care Public Health License/Certification:

Certified Nurse-Midwife (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Aurora, IL 60505 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Aurora, IL 60505: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person