Certified Nurse Midwife/Women's Health Provider

Chiricahua Community Health Centers, Inc•Sierra Vista, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) / Women's Health Provider provides and manages a high standard of comprehensive women's healthcare services across the lifespan. This position focuses on preventive gynecologic care, reproductive health, family planning, contraceptive management, health promotion, and office-based gynecologic procedures. The CNM collaborates with healthcare providers, nursing staff, and community partners to deliver patient-centered, evidence-based care while promoting wellness, disease prevention, and positive health outcomes. This is a per diem position with an anticipated schedule of approximately 8 hours per week, subject to patient volume, organizational needs, and provider availability.

Requirements

Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Midwifery program
Current Arizona licensure as a Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Current certification as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) through the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB)
Current Arizona prescribing authority and DEA registration, as required
Current CPR certification
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the necessary skills required may be considered
Participation in continuing education programs as necessary to maintain professional licensure and certification
Driver's License and Proof of Insurance may be required if requesting mileage reimbursement
Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card required
Ability to comprehend and compose effective instructions, correspondence, and communications in English in both oral and written format
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to patients, internal providers and staff and other agency personnel
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel
Ability to occasionally exert enough force to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds
Ability to continuously remain in a stationary position
Ability to constantly move about inside the workplace to assist patients and operate office or medical equipment
Possesses hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to constantly operate computers, telephones, and medical equipment
Possesses close visual acuity necessary to accurately review and document patient information
Ability to discern the nature of sounds at a normal spoken volume
Possesses range of body motion and ability to assist patients as necessary during examinations and procedures
Knowledge of current principles, methods, and procedures for women's health, gynecologic care, reproductive health, and family planning
Knowledge of evidence-based preventive healthcare practices across the lifespan
Knowledge of contraceptive methods, counseling techniques, and reproductive health services
Ability to perform office-based gynecologic procedures, including colposcopies, endometrial biopsies, and contraceptive device placement and removal
Knowledge of relevant pharmaceuticals and treatment modalities related to women's health
Ability to skillfully gather and analyze clinical data
Ability to perform a variety of assignments and make decisions requiring considerable independent judgment
Ability to resolve challenges and work effectively under pressure
Displays a high level of critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of HIPAA and Corporate Compliance rules and regulations
Knowledge of community health center operations and healthcare plans
Computer literacy required
Ability to employ motivational techniques to train, mentor, and lead staff
Ability to develop and present educational programs and workshops
Ability to prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, and develop realistic action plans

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of women's health, gynecology, family planning, or midwifery experience preferred
Experience performing colposcopies, endometrial biopsies, and contraceptive device insertion and removal
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnostic evaluations of laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures within scope of practice
Provides preventive and well-woman care, including annual examinations, cervical cancer screenings, breast health assessments, menopausal care, and health promotion counseling
Provides contraceptive counseling and management, helping patients select and utilize appropriate family planning methods
Performs birth control procedures within scope of practice, including insertion and removal of long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs) such as intrauterine devices (IUDs) and contraceptive implants
Performs colposcopies and endometrial biopsies in accordance with clinical guidelines and organizational policies
Diagnoses and manages common gynecologic conditions and reproductive health concerns within scope of practice
Prescribes pharmaceuticals, contraceptives, and other treatment regimens as appropriate
Refers patients to specialists and other healthcare resources as clinically indicated
Directs and coordinates patient care activities of nursing staff, care coordinators, medical assistants, and support staff
Ensures completion of patient follow-up tasks, laboratory reviews, imaging reviews, referrals, and required documentation in a timely and efficient manner
Maintains accurate patient records and provides appropriate billing and coding documentation.
Participates in health promotion, education, and prevention programs
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review activities, and provider collaboration
Assists in facilitating training and mentorship to improve and advance the professional skills and competence of clinical support staff
Participates in the education of clinical students, community partners, and healthcare trainees in accordance with CCHCI educational programs