Medical College Of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI
posted 4 days ago
About the position
The Medical College of Wisconsin's Department of OBGYN is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife (APRN) to provide primary or specialty medical care within defined scope of practice under the supervision of a licensed physician and in accordance with MCW/FMLH/CHW policies and procedures. The APRN will be responsible for the physical, mental, and emotional care of their patients during delivery. The CNM will provide prenatal and postnatal education, examine the patient during the course of the pregnancy, and assist patients in creating birth plans. The APRN will also ensure the health and well-being of the newborn and mother during delivery. The Ideal Candidate will be a Women's Health experienced RN with Professionalism, strong communication skills, and collegiality, wanting to be part of a thriving and very collaborative academic practice at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). Areas of responsibility will include, but not be limited to providing direct patient care to in a blended setting.
Responsibilities
- Perform gynecological exams
- Educate patients on health, nutrition, and family planning
- Perform tests to obtain information about patients' medical conditions
- Provide full scope prenatal and postpartum care in accordance with ACOG standards
- Counsel expectant mothers on birthing plans, including hospital care, and others plans of care
- Provide emotional care for mothers during birth
- Arrange prenatal planning and care for mothers
- Prepare for birthing by following all health and safety standards
- Coach mother through the birthing process
- Perform deliveries and assist caesareans
- Tend to the health and well-being of both the fetus and mother during the process
- Assist physicians in caring for the mother during complicated births
- Study patient history and health assessments
- Monitor patient postpartum and be available for questions or concerns
- Participate in research and further educational opportunities
- Perform CPR or other emergency measures if needed
- Perform newborn circumcision as needed
- Perform other duties as needed as part of the team in the Birth Center
- Attend required training and meets key regulatory requirements, including CMS, and The Joint Commission
- Evaluates quality outcomes for the patients under the care of OB/GYN programs through participation in the development of quality indicators and outcomes dashboard
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited School of Nursing and Midwifery
- Certification from the American Midwifery Certification Board
- Must be a Registered Nurse in the state of Wisconsin
Nice-to-haves
- Women's Health experience preferred
Benefits
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Monthly Wellness Newsletter
- Wellness Champions
