Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM), APRN

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

8d•$104,475 - $140,805•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Requirements

Valid License as an APRN by the State of Arkansas Required and National Board Certification for Nurse-Midwifery, Prescriptive authority and DEA license is required but may be obtained after hire.
The in-person response time requirement is 1 hour.
Demonstrated communication (written and oral) problem-solving, leadership and collaborative skills, strong patient advocacy and patient education skills.
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background and registry check and drug screen. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Will consider a new CNM graduate.

Responsibilities

Provides antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and women’s health care services.
Performs comprehensive health assessments and establishing diagnoses.
Develops and implementing treatment and care plans.
Prescribes medications, therapies, and diagnostic tests within APRN scope.
Triages patients presenting to Labor & Delivery.
Manages laboring patients independently or collaboratively with OB/GYN physicians.
Monitors fetal and maternal well-being during pregnancy and birth.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, and specialists
Supports evidence-based, low-intervention, patient-centered maternity care.
Consults or referring to physicians when complications arise.
Documents patient care and maintaining compliance with APRN and hospital standards.
May perform other duties as assigned.