Essentia Health·Fargo, North Dakota
Provide full-scope midwifery care including antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and gynecological services for women across their lifespan. Collaborate with OB/GYN physicians and Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists to manage normal pregnancies and assist with cesarean deliveries.
Facilitates the attainment and maintenance of an optimal level of health for essentially normal women which includes antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, gynecological, health maintenance and minor acute illness care. Responsibilities includes, but is not limited to, initial and ongoing assessment for suitability of traditional midwifery care; providing prenatal education and coordinating with a licensed health care provider as necessary to provide comprehensive prenatal care, including the routine monitoring of vital signs, indicators of fetal developments, and laboratory tests, as needed, with attention to the physical, nutritional, and emotional needs of the woman and her family. Attending and supporting the natural process of labor and birth; postpartum care of the mother and an initial assessment of the newborn, and providing information and referrals to community resources on childbirth preparation, breast-feeding exercise, nutrition, parenting, and care of the newborn. Cares for patients as noted on age-related category. Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years nursing experience in an applicable clinical area. Education Qualifications: Certified Nurse Midwife Fargo, ND Our OB/GYN department is seeking a motivated, part-time or full-time (0.75-1.0 FTE) Certified Nurse Midwife to join the team at our 32nd Avenue Campus. This collegial group is the most experienced team in the area, well-respected and well-received within the Fargo-Moorhead community and greater region, allowing for a busy practice setting with continued growth opportunities. The current team consists of mix of Physicians, 6 CNMs and NPs. Our cohesive team collaborates to provide high-quality, dedicated care that is both efficient and effective for the growing families of our region. 0.75 FTE, Part-time Clinic Hours are arranged Mon-Fri between the hours of 8a-5p Hospital call coverage, rotated among delivery team Average 17 outpatients per day; procedures vary Birthing center delivering approximately 110 deliveries per month; will assist with cesarean deliveries May provide outreach in future Position requires licensure in both ND & MN Strong communication skills required
The certified nurse midwife performs full-scope midwifery care that focuses on pregnancy, childbirth, the post-partum period and the family planning and gynecological needs of women. The CNM team has an autonomous practice and works collaboratively with OB/GYN physicians and our Maternal Fetal Medicine physician to care for patients. They will also provide antepartum, postpartum and gynecologic care to women across their lifespan.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Master’s Degree (preferred) in nurse midwifery and/or an accredited and certified registered nurse midwifery program as approved by the American College of Nurse Midwives.
Licensure/Certifications required: Current licensure as a registered nurse in both ND & MN Current Licensure identifying practitioner as a certified nurse midwife in both ND & MN. Hold membership with the American Midwifery Certification Board. Current certification in CPR. National certification, in applicable area Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.
For more information, contact: Brielle Humbird | 701-364-5825 | Briellehumbird@EssentiaHealth.org http://www.essentiahealth.org/careers Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.
Licensure/Certification
Qualifications:
WEST: Must have a current North Dakota RN license identifying practitioner as a certified nurse midwife and be an active member of American College of Nurse Midwives.
Requires a graduate degree in nurse midwifery and current RN and CNM licensure in both North Dakota and Minnesota. Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience in an applicable clinical area and current CPR certification are required.
Market context
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