Certified Nurse Midwife, Sparta, NJ

Job Description

Atlantic Health System is Seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife for a Great Opportunity in New Jersey

Atlantic Health System, one of New Jersey's largest non-profit healthcare networks, is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to join our interdisciplinary healthcare team at 89 Sparta Ave, Suite 205, Sparta NJ 07871. Our medical team consists of board-certified obstetricians, neonatology specialists, anesthesiology specialists, maternal-fetal specialists and pediatricians are supported by specially trained nurses, nurse practitioners and midwives.

The CNM in the ambulatory practice and inpatient setting functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care under the supervision of a physician. The CNM performs patient assessments in both the outpatient and inpatient settings, participates in diagnosis of health status, develops plans of care, and implementation of treatment. Participates in OB hospital call and performs obstetrical and gynecological care/procedures as needed. Documents in the patient medical records, discharge summaries for collaborating and referring physicians. Participates in performance improvement and patient safety initiatives. Participates as required in department meetings and special projects, including additional activities as outlined in the APN/Physician agreement.

Inpatient Setting (Labor & Delivery unit)
• Attends the patient throughout the course of labor, monitors the fetus condition, administers medications, notifies physician of prolonged labor or complications indicating need for possible surgical intervention
• Evaluating progression of labor
• Collaborating with other clinicians on L&D with emergencies; assisting with C-sections, placing Fetal Scalp Electrode (FSE), Intrauterine Pressure Catheter (IUPC)
• Evaluating Pre -Term Labor (PTL); Rupture of Membrane (ROM); any Emergency evaluations for pregnant women over 28w
• Post-Partum care: providing hospital based post-partum care; triaging; evaluating any Post-Partum (PP) emergencies such as Post - Partum Hemorrhage (PPH); Post-Partum Hypertension (PP-HTN)
• Ability to take hospital call for OB deliveries and round on patients in the hospital as necessary
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate office/hospital need, including evenings if appropriate
• Ability to travel to additional offices
• Participates in practice on call duties as required by department
• Participates in hospital weekend/holiday coverage as required by department

Ambulatory Office based care:
• Performing routine gynecological care, testing for and diagnosing various medical conditions.
• Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests, and prescribing treatments. Implements pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for patients within the framework of state licensure and hospital privileges
• Antepartum maternal care: amenorrhea visit, initial and routine prenatal visits and education.
• Preparing birthing individuals & families for labor and delivery and assisting with the birthing process
• Assisting mothers and families through attempts to conceive, pregnancy, and post-pregnancy care.
• Counseling and educating male and female patients on contraceptives, reproductive health, and family planning.
• Complete Postpartum care including lactation support.

Other responsibilities:
• Independently prioritizes daily tasks and assignments. Identifies and recommends opportunities for improvement to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes. Responds to urgent and unplanned situations appropriately
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills that result in effective information exchange with patients, patients' families, physicians, professional associates, and other individuals within the health care system. Initiate consultation and referrals to appropriate specialty providers when indicated. Collaborates with other disciplines in consultation, teaching, management, and research activities to improve outcomes in nursing practice and enhance the healthcare environment.
• The certified nurse midwife engages in critical analysis of their own practice experience, the medical literature, and other information resources for the purposes of self and practice improvement. CNMs must be able to assess, evaluate, and improve their patient care practices. They seek feedback on role performance from peers, professional colleagues, patients, family members and other team members. Pursues and participates in formal and independent learning activities to enhance knowledge, clinical competency, and professional development.
• Additional activities as outlined in the collaborative agreement with physician
• Supports the overall strategic goals of the clinical practice care area, AMG, the AHS hospital sites, Atlantic Visiting Nurse, and the system.
• Exemplifies and fosters the AHS P.R.I.D.E. values in their clinical practice: Purpose, Respect, Innovation, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Extraordinary Caring.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board
• Must be licensed as a registered nurse (RN) or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
• BLS certification required
• 3-5 years experience preferred
• Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive Malpractice Policy
• Non-Profit Health System - eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• Time Off incremental to PTO days
• Tuition reimbursement for Advanced Degrees
• Outstanding growth & mentorship opportunities

Please apply to learn more about this opportunity.