Job Brief
As a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive care throughout the birthing process, collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure the health and safety of mothers and infants. You will diagnose and manage pregnancy-related conditions, offer well-woman gynecological care, and support patients through prenatal, labor, delivery, and postpartum stages. This position requires advanced clinical skills and specialized graduate education in nursing, emphasizing a holistic approach to women’s health.
Responsibilities
- Provide prenatal care, including assessments, screenings, and education on pregnancy health.
- Monitor labor and delivery processes, ensuring safe and effective childbirth experiences.
- Diagnose and treat common gynecological issues and provide well-woman care.
- Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and healthcare team members.
- Educate patients on family planning, reproductive health, and postpartum care.
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation for all patient interactions.
- Stay current with best practices and advancements in midwifery and women’s health.
- Advocate for patient needs and preferences within the healthcare system.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Nursing with a specialization in Nurse Midwifery.
- Current certification as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) by an accredited body.
- Valid state nursing license and Nurse Midwife certification.
- Comprehensive knowledge of obstetrics, gynecology, and women’s health issues.
- Strong clinical assessment, decision-making, and patient communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic healthcare environment.
- Experience in managing high-risk pregnancies and emergency situations is preferred.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and education.
Similar Job Titles
- Midwife
- Nurse Midwife
- Certified Nurse Midwife Specialist
- Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
- Obstetric Nurse
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Maternal-Child Health Nurse
- Advanced Practice Nurse in Midwifery
