Certified Nurse Midwife

SUMMARY: The Outpatient OB/GYN Certified Nurse Midwife shall diagnose and treat all patients presenting for obstetrical and gynecological care.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties are subject to accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

• Provides comprehensive, coordinated OB/GYN medical care to all patients that seeking care concerning the reproductive and genitourinary systems including preventive, maintenance, acute care and care relating to pregnancy and family planning
• Provides OB/GYN medical care consistent with the scope of duties and responsibilities for which the Midwife has been privileged by the Health Center Board of Directors and in accordance with the standards of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Works as part of a team to ensure smooth functioning of the department and patient-centered care
• Supports and complies with established clinical and agency policies and procedures, federal and state mandates, and FTCA regulations, in accordance with Joint Commission and PCMH standards, including QI/QA and medical records
• Supports data collection systems and reporting of statistical data necessary for grant or QI/QA purposes as needed
• Provides consultation to department staff, as appropriate
• Participates in provider, department, and performance improvement meetings and in-service trainings
• Participates in on call, expanded hours, and after- hours coverage and arranges for coverage during absence for vacation, professional education, or other leave time.
• Participates in such continuing professional educational activities as needed to maintain licensure
• Support care within culturally diverse population
• Other related duties as assigned, including attached specific job duties or responsibilities
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Possess valid and active license to practice medicine in the State of Connecticut
• Possess strong professional interpersonal and organizational skills
• Sound clinical and professional judgment and decision–making skills
• Computer/EHR literacy
• CPR / BLS Certified

Education and/or Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited midwifery program
• Certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board.
• Possess 3-5 years of experience in the practice of OB/GYN.