Certified Nurse Midwife

Presbyterian System Services • Los Lunas, NM

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife to join a full-scope midwifery service that provides outpatient ambulatory and inpatient care across six locations in Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Los Lunas, and Santa Fe. The role provides comprehensive women's health care throughout the lifespan, with an emphasis on reproductive and gynecologic health and family-centered education. The midwife evaluates and treats low- to moderate-risk obstetrical patients, manages antepartum, labor, and postpartum care, and collaborates with physicians and other clinicians. The position is part-time at 0.50 FTE and is based at 200 Emilio Lopez Rd NW, Los Lunas, New Mexico.

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system with nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a multi-specialty medical group. The organization reports more than 14,000 employees, including 1,200 providers and 4,000 nurses. It describes its commitment to safe, high-quality care, technology that reduces friction in clinical practice, innovative care models, and clinician well-being.

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 Certified Nurse Midwife.
• New Mexico Board of Pharmacy Controlled Substances Registration (CSR) and Federal DEA credentials are required.
• Must be able to obtain electronic fetal monitoring certification.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of experience as a Certified Nurse Midwife 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 their needs are outside the Certified Nurse Midwife's scope, including in ambulatory clinics, hospitals, and by phone.
• Evaluate patients for labor, admit them to the hospital, and manage labors for low- to moderate-risk patients.
• Collaborate with Presbyterian Medical Group physicians, OB hospitalists, and Maternal Fetal Medicine.
• Diagnose and treat conditions within 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 patients' clinical problems and health care needs.
• Record physical findings and formulate a plan and prognosis based on each patient's condition.
• Use knowledge of pharmacological agents, including desired effects, side effects, complications, and accurate administration, including dangerous drugs.
• Educate patients and families about preventive care, medical issues, and prescribed treatments or medications.
• Work independently and collaboratively with medical staff, including consulting, collaborating, and referring as appropriate.
• Refer patients to physicians or specialized health resources when needed.
• 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

• Wellness program with free access to on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, and wellness challenges.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits effective on day one.
• 403(b) retirement savings program with matching programs and employer contributions.
• 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