Nebraska Medicine

Certified Nurse Midwife

Nebraska Medicine • $92K — $110K *
Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree in nursing required.
  • Graduation from ACNM-accredited Certified Nurse Midwifery Education Program is mandatory.
  • National board-certification in midwifery is essential.
  • Current Nebraska RN license or compact state license is required.
  • Midwifery license from the state of Nebraska is required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an AHA-endorsed program is required.
  • Proficiency in information systems and communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological care to patients.
  • Conduct initial and ongoing assessments, diagnoses, and treatments.
  • Manage hospital admissions, discharges, and support with procedures.
  • Work collaboratively with the health care team to ensure high-quality care delivery.
  • Make independent decisions while integrating into a team setting.

Benefits

  • Priority consideration for candidates with 2+ years experience in a hospital-based setting.
  • Opportunity to work autonomously within a collaborative framework.
  • Access to continuing education and potential for skill advancement.
  • Comprehensive orientation and support for new hires.
Full Job Description
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)

Certified Nurse Midwife

Priority consideration will be given to candidates with two or more years of Certified Nurse-Midwife experience in a hospital-based obstetric setting.

Duties:

Provide full-range primary obstetrical and gynecological care to patients in accordance with approved and recognized standards of midwifery. Provide initial and ongoing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment including prescriptive authority, hospital admission/management/discharge, and perform or assist with diagnostic and therapeutic medical procedures. Collaborate with appropriate members of health team to assure delivery of high quality health care.

Required Qualifications:
• Master's degree required.
• Graduate of ACNM-accredited Certified Nurse Midwifery Education Program required, along with completion of national board-certification in midwifery.
• Certification in Electronic Fetal Monitoring required within one year of transfer or hire.
• Ability to function with autonomy and able to make independent decisions while functioning as part of a comprehensive team required.
• Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written forms required.
• Ability to provide critical thinking and analytical skills required.
• Efficient use of information systems, data processing systems, telecommunication devices, office equipment, and audiovisual teaching/education resources required.
• Ability to comprehend and follow policy, procedure, guidelines, and protocols required.
• Flexibility and dedication to team involvement and supporting organizational goals required.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.
• State of Nebraska midwifery license required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of health care policy and societal factors affecting the delivery of care preferred.
• Familiar with patient care equipment as appropriate to specialty area preferred.
• Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification preferred.

About Nebraska Medicine

Nebraska Medicine is a healthcare system that includes two hospitals, more than 40 specialty and primary care clinics, and a network of more than 1,000 physicians. The system is affiliated with the University of Nebraska Medical Center and is the primary teaching hospital for the university's medical students. Nebraska Medicine provides a wide range of services, including cancer care, heart and vascular care, neurology, orthopedics, and transplant services. The system is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and has been recognized for its clinical excellence by numerous organizations. Nebraska Medicine is also actively involved in research and has received funding from the National Institutes of Health for its research programs.
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