Hours: Full-time (Monday-Friday)
PRIMARY PURPOSEThe Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) or Certified Nurse Midwives (CNM) provide primary clinical care per the PCMH/NCQA model of care for patients of Lorain County Health & Dentistry in the clinical office setting. CNM's, are responsible for maintaining and being compliant with a written standard of care arrangement with all collaborating physicians. WHNP/CNM's provide comprehensive pre and post-natal obstetric care as well as women's gynecologic care. At Lorain County Health & Dentistry, WHNP/CNM's are expected to develop long term relationships with their patients, provide patient informed, individualized healthcare recommendations and plans and offer ongoing support and advice.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Review patient's medical history.
- Elicit relevant information from patient regarding their lifestyle and behavior.
- Elicit relevant information regarding family medical history.
- Examine the patient using medical equipment and techniques for signs of disease, injury, and ailments.
- Perform routine checkups and screenings.
- Monitor and assess fetal growth and development.
- Order and/or perform tests, diagnostic images, and other inquisitive diagnostics as needed.
- Review and analyze all results, reports, and findings regarding the condition of patients.
- Diagnose and define a treatment plan for all issues or potential issues or refer patients to the appropriate specialist as needed.
- Prescribe medications as needed.
- Perform necessary office procedures as defined and permitted in scope of practice.
- Develop positive, professional, long term relationships with patients.
- Educate patients on recommended techniques to improve and maintain good health.
- Promote good health throughout the facility in conversation and behavior.
- Respond appropriately when on call rotation.
- Complete encounters per policy.
- Respond to requests within EHR i.e. PAQ, tasks, patient message.
- Collaborate appropriately with provider team.
- Participate in Peer Review.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS- Masters of Science in Nursing with Advanced Practice Certification or Certified Nurse Midwife required.
- Must be board certified in area of practice.
- Must have BLS certification.
- Must be licensed in the State of Ohio and meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging.
- Must maintain appropriate continuing education requirements as established by State Board of Medical Examiners.
SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS- A minimum of three years of experience in a non-profit community healthcare environment is preferred.
- Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to Lorain County Health & Dentistry i.e. NextGen, EPM, EHR, etc.
- Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change.
- Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor and communicate enthusiastically with patients.
- Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population.
- Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach.
- Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Must have valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
- Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.
BENEFITS- National Health Service Corps & Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Eligibility
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
- Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Prescription Coverage
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Giving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.
