Certified Nurse Midwife - Obstetrics and Gynecology

The Nebraska Medical Center•Omaha, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife to join its Obstetrics and Gynecology team in an outpatient setting. The role partners closely with physicians and a multidisciplinary care team to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to a diverse patient population. Depending on departmental needs, the provider may support general Ob/Gyn services, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and other women's health service line priorities. The position is based at Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska, and is full-time at 1.0 FTE. It includes clinic hours and call responsibilities. Clinic hours are generally Monday through Friday, with some evening hours Monday through Wednesday; scheduling may vary based on clinic and call coverage needs. The role is eligible for an additional 6% Tier 2 pay on top of base salary. The Certified Nurse Midwife provides full-range primary obstetrical and gynecological care in accordance with approved and recognized standards of midwifery. Duties include comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including prescriptive authority, hospital admission, management and discharge, and performing or assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic medical procedures. The provider collaborates with appropriate members of the health team to ensure high-quality care. The ideal candidate has experience in women's health, obstetrics, gynecology, maternal-fetal medicine, or a related clinical specialty, and demonstrates strong clinical judgment, collaboration, and commitment to high-quality outcomes across women's healthcare. Nebraska Medicine describes itself as part of a leading academic health network that partners with UNMC in education, research, and patient care. The organization emphasizes dignity and respect for diverse backgrounds and experiences, professional development, and work-life balance.

Requirements

Master's degree.
Graduate of an ACNM-accredited Certified Nurse Midwifery Education Program.
Completion of national board certification in midwifery.
Certification in Electronic Fetal Monitoring within one year of transfer or hire.
Ability to function autonomously and make independent decisions while working as part of a comprehensive team.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Critical-thinking and analytical skills.
Efficient use of information systems, data processing systems, telecommunication devices, office equipment, and audiovisual teaching and education resources.
Ability to comprehend and follow policies, procedures, guidelines, and protocols.
Flexibility and dedication to team involvement and supporting organizational goals.
Current Registered Nurse license in Nebraska or a current compact state license.
State of Nebraska midwifery license.
Valid driver's license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association-endorsed program; required for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later.

Nice To Haves

Experience in women's health, obstetrics, gynecology, maternal-fetal medicine, or a related clinical specialty.
Knowledge of health care policy and societal factors affecting care delivery.
Familiarity with patient care equipment appropriate to the specialty area.
Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Responsibilities

Provide full-range primary obstetrical and gynecological care in accordance with approved and recognized standards of midwifery.
Provide initial and ongoing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including prescriptive authority.
Manage hospital admission, care, and discharge.
Perform or assist with diagnostic and therapeutic medical procedures.
Collaborate with appropriate members of the health team to ensure delivery of high-quality health care.
Support general Ob/Gyn services, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and other women's health service line priorities as departmental needs require.