Commonwealth Medical Services·Indiana, Pennsylvania
The Certified Nurse Midwife will provide comprehensive midwifery care across the lifespan, including prenatal, labor and delivery, postpartum services, gynecologic examinations, and preventive services. Key duties involve managing low-risk pregnancies, performing vaginal deliveries, and collaborating closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
A healthcare organization is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to provide comprehensive women’s health care across the lifespan, including prenatal, intrapartum, postpartum, gynecologic, and preventive services. This role emphasizes patient-centered, evidence-based care, health promotion, and collaboration within interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive midwifery care, including prenatal, labor and delivery, and postpartum services Conduct gynecologic examinations, preventive screenings, and family planning services Manage low-risk pregnancies and births within scope of practice Perform vaginal deliveries and assist with obstetric procedures as appropriate Provide newborn assessments and care as permitted by scope and privileges Educate patients and families on pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and overall wellness Collaborate with obstetricians, nursing staff, lactation consultants, and ancillary services Identify high-risk conditions and initiate appropriate consultation or referral Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and care planning Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and evidence-based practice initiatives Practice Setting Hospital labor and delivery units and/or outpatient women’s health clinics May include scheduled coverage, shift-based responsibilities, or on-call coverage depending on organizational needs Patient Population Women across reproductive and post-reproductive stages Obstetric patients with low-risk pregnancies Work Environment Women’s health and maternity care settings Multidisciplinary, collaborative care model Emphasis on safe, supportive, and family-centered care
Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Midwifery Graduate of an accredited Nurse-Midwifery education program Current certification as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Eligible for unrestricted advanced practice licensure in the practicing state DEA registration or eligibility, if applicable Skills & Competencies Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills Expertise in normal pregnancy, childbirth, and women’s health care Excellent communication and patient education abilities Commitment to culturally competent, patient-centered care Ability to work collaboratively within a team-based environment
Candidates must possess a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Midwifery and be a graduate of an accredited Nurse-Midwifery education program. Required qualifications include current CNM certification and eligibility for unrestricted advanced practice licensure in Pennsylvania.
Market context
Pennsylvania nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, outpatient settings, and long-term care, especially for RNs with current state licensure and BLS certification. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with a BSN and recent medical-surgical experience, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your Pennsylvania RN license, BLS status, and whether your experience matches the unit’s preferred background.