Certified Nurse Midwife | Chicago, IL
About The Position
North Shore Associates in Gynecology and Obstetrics is seeking an additional full-time Certified Nurse Midwife, ideally at 1.0 FTE, to join a growing group of six certified nurse midwives. The practice sees patients at offices in Wilmette and Glenview and attends births at North Shore Hospital in Evanston, which has a supportive hospital environment and a midwifery presence of more than thirty years. The practice advocates for physiological birth for low- and high-risk patients, with a focus on VBAC and unmedicated birth, and works collaboratively with physician colleagues. The ideal candidate is passionate about advocating for patients and providing empathy, compassion, and physical labor support in both the office and labor-and-delivery settings. For a full-time 1.0 FTE position, the schedule includes 17–21 hours of office visits weekly, a rotating four-hour Saturday office shift every sixth week, approximately five to six 24-hour call shifts per month (7 a.m.–7 a.m.), with an overall equal share based on FTE, and monthly team meetings. The role provides full-scope midwifery care, including gynecological, contraceptive, prenatal, intrapartum, postpartum, and primary healthcare. The midwife assesses patients, performs examinations and procedures within clinical privileges, orders and interprets tests, prescribes medication, coordinates inpatient care and discharge planning, arranges follow-up, modifies care plans as needed, and consults with other specialties and disciplines to meet patients’ healthcare needs.
Requirements
- Illinois Professional Registered Nurse License and Advanced Practice Nurse License.
- Certification by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (AMCB).
- Maintenance of certification through the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) Certificate Maintenance Program.
- DEA License.
- Controlled Substance License.
- Current CPR and NRP certification.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in obstetrical, reproductive, and sexual health is preferred.
- Prior experience in full-scope certified nurse midwifery is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide full-scope midwifery care, including gynecological, contraceptive, prenatal, intrapartum, postpartum, and primary healthcare.
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments, take health histories, and perform advanced physical examinations in the specialty area.
- Perform testing and medical procedures within scope of expertise, protocols, available equipment, and clinical privileges; refer patients to physicians as needed; and write prescriptions.
- Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests to establish diagnoses and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Conduct admitting assessments, provide inpatient care, and coordinate discharge planning with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
- Schedule follow-up appointments according to best-practice standards of care.
- Reassess patients and modify care plans as needed to achieve goals.
- Consult with other specialties and disciplines as appropriate to meet patients’ healthcare needs.
- Participate in the schedule, including weekly office visits, a rotating Saturday office shift, call shifts, and monthly team meetings.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with 3% company match.
- Coverage for hospital credentialing and malpractice insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- CME reimbursement.
- Additional compensation when exceeding call shift requirements.
- Competitive compensation dependent on experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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