Certified Nurse Midwife

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • PMG - Las Estancias, NM

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife to complement a full-scope dynamic midwifery service providing care in outpatient ambulatory and inpatient settings. The program serves six practicing locations in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Los Lunas, and Santa Fe. The candidate will identify, evaluate, and address disease-prevention and health-promotion issues while providing comprehensive women’s health care throughout the lifespan, with an emphasis on reproductive and gynecologic care and family-centered health education.

The role evaluates and treats low- to moderate-risk obstetrical patients throughout antepartum, labor, and postpartum care; assesses patients for labor; admits patients to the hospital; and manages low- to moderate-risk labor. It also includes triage across ambulatory clinics, the hospital, and by phone, including referral to an appropriate level of care when an issue is outside the CNM’s scope. The CNM works collaboratively with PMG physicians, OB hospitalists, and Maternal Fetal Medicine, while diagnosing and treating conditions within the scope of practice and providing preventive care, patient education, and quality patient care.

This is a part-time position at 0.50 FTE, based at 3630 Las Estancias Dr SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit health system with nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi-specialty medical group. The organization describes its focus as safe, high-quality care and highlights technology and digital platforms, innovative care models, employee safety badges, and the RESET clinician retreat.

Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• Graduate of a nurse midwifery program accredited by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM).
• Possess, or be able to obtain, a current unrestricted New Mexico license to practice as a CNM.
• New Mexico Board of Pharmacy (CSR) and Federal DEA credentials are required.
• Must be able to obtain electronic fetal monitoring certification.
• Knowledge of growth and development and disease pathophysiology relevant to obstetrical and gynecological patients from menarche through the remainder of the lifespan.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of experience as a CNM is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat low- to moderate-risk obstetrical patients for antepartum, labor, and postpartum care.
• Triage patients to the appropriate level of care when needs are outside the CNM’s scope, including in ambulatory clinics, the hospital, and by phone.
• Evaluate patients for labor, admit them to the hospital, and manage low- to moderate-risk labor.
• Collaborate with PMG physicians, OB hospitalists, and Maternal Fetal Medicine.
• Diagnose and treat conditions within the scope of practice, including obstetrical and common acute and chronic gynecologic health issues.
• Perform physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess clinical problems and health care needs.
• Record physical findings and formulate a plan and prognosis based on the patient’s condition.
• Use knowledge of pharmacological agents, including their desired effects, side effects, complications, and accurate administration, including dangerous drugs.
• Educate patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues, and prescribed treatments and medications.
• Work independently and interdependently with medical staff, allowing for consultation, collaboration, or referral.
• Refer patients to physicians for consultation or to specialized health resources when appropriate.
• Facilitate physician, peer, and Quality and Standards evaluation of records according to protocols, and receive and implement constructive directives.
• Perform other functions as required or needed by the department.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage and more, effective on day one.
• 403(b) retirement savings program with matching programs and employer contributions.
• Wellness program, including free access to on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, and wellness challenges.
• Strongline silent alarm badge for all employees.
• RESET multi-day immersive retreat for clinicians focused on personal and professional growth, well-being, resilience, and intentional living.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time