Certified Nurse Midwife (Moonlighting/Call Shifts)

Santiam Hospital & Clinics•Stayton, OR

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About The Position

Santiam Hospital & Clinics has been recognized as the Best Hospital, Best Local Surgery Center, and Best Place to Have a Baby in 2021, 2023, and 2024. Our health care system includes several Rural Health designated primary care clinics in surrounding areas of the region. Patients have a choice among a diverse group of clinicians who share a common goal of caring for the people of our communities. Santiam Hospital & Clinics takes pride in providing exceptional healthcare to our patients and communities. We believe in promoting compassion, support, and education to our patients. We embrace all of our surrounding communities and believe it’s our responsibility to provide exceptional health care close to home. Santiam Women's Clinic and Family Birth Center is currently seeking a talented and team-oriented Certified Nurse Midwife interested in a moonlighting position with a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative environment. Our well-established Women's Clinic and Family Birth Center boast a robust referral base with 175-200 births annually and offers a range of birthing options, including in-room laboring tubs. This position will provide coverage for weekday call shifts, acting as the first call OB provider in our low-risk birthing hospital. The CNM will manage labor and delivery, provide prenatal and postpartum care, and ensure high-quality, patient centered care for low-risk pregnancies.

Requirements

Successful completion of a nurse midwifery program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education
Current certification by the American Midwifery Certification Board
Licensure by the Oregon State Board of Nursing to practice as a Nurse Midwife Nurse Practitioner
Current ACLS and Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
Strong clinical skills in managing low-risk pregnancies and deliveries.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a low-risk birthing center or hospital setting
Proficiency with EPIC EMR
Availability for flexible weekday call schedules

Responsibilities

Serve as the first call OB provider during weekday shifts, managing labor and delivery for low-risk patients.
Conduct prenatal assessments, monitor labor progression, and provide intrapartum and postpartum care.
Provide clinic coverage for prenatal care and weekly OB checks as needed, including routine examinations and patient consultations.
Collaborate with obstetricians, nurses, and support staff to ensure seamless patient care.
Respond promptly to patient needs during call shifts, including emergencies, while adhering to hospital protocols.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records (EMR).
Provide patient education and support for natural childbirth, breastfeeding and postpartum recovery.
Uphold the hospital’s commitment to compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based care.