CERTIFIED NURSE MIDWIFE

SU CLINICA FAMILIAR•Brownsville, TX

23h

About The Position

The Certified Nurse Midwife provides primary health care management for well women throughout the reproductive cycle, following established nurse-midwifery guidelines. The role supports a positive patient experience by coordinating care with internal and external entities and involving patients in health care decisions. The position works within Su Clinica’s clinical team and supports Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) principles, policies, and procedures. It follows Su Clinica’s philosophy and protocols and the standards of the American College of Nurse-Midwives. The position operates under the administrative and clinical supervision of the Director of Su Clinica Women’s Health Center. Services may be provided in person or through telemedicine, telehealth, or telephone. Employees may need to work extended hours or variations in their usual shift to ensure patient care and community services, and must be accessible by phone. The role also supports Women’s Health access, continuity, and quality initiatives; obstetric risk management and emergency readiness; timely escalation and transfer coordination for urgent maternal safety concerns; and closed-loop results communication and follow-up. It collaborates with clinical and operational teams to support patient-centered workflows and reduce care delays.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
Registered nurse in the State of Texas.
Board approval to practice as an advanced practice nurse.
Experience working with the public.
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge of the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model and SCF policies and procedures.
Knowledge of effective customer service, computer software such as Microsoft Word and Excel, and electronic mail.
Excellent customer service, communication, interpersonal, follow-through, multitasking, prioritization, and attention-to-detail skills.
Beginning or intermediate computer skills and typing proficiency; ability to use a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other office equipment.
Ability to apply critical thinking, recognize and solve problems, correct errors, and examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
Ability to read, write, and spell accurately; communicate clearly and professionally; listen actively; and understand patient needs.
Ability to communicate in English and Spanish.
Ability to maintain professional working relationships with the public and coworkers and contribute to a positive work environment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain a flexible work schedule.
Ability to prepare records according to detailed instructions and maintain client and office confidentiality.
Ability to bend, stretch, stoop, stand, sit, and lift up to 20 pounds.
Must complete initial N95 mask fit testing and annual fit testing thereafter, unless a significant change requires earlier retesting.

Responsibilities

Provide primary health care management for well women throughout the reproductive cycle within established nurse-midwifery guidelines.
Review and complete medical, obstetrical, family, dietary, and socioeconomic histories using a problem-oriented approach.
Manage normal, low-risk pregnancy and postpartum courses, including teaching, counseling, and supporting women and their families.
Consult with an obstetrician or medical consultant regarding complications outside nurse-midwifery guidelines.
Participate in in-service education for clinic staff and other professional groups.
Maintain Su Clinica data and complete electronic medical records within established guidelines.
Participate in peer review, quality assurance, utilization review, and other activities to ensure patient care meets Su Clinica criteria.
Work effectively in a team-oriented group nurse-midwifery practice.
Participate in the education and clinical supervision of nurse-midwifery students and other health care professionals obtaining on-site experience.
Evaluate and update departmental protocols, policies, and procedures on an ongoing basis.
Maintain current American Heart Association basic CPR and American Academy of Pediatrics NRP certifications.
Submit required credentialing, license renewal, certification, and continuing nursing education documentation in a timely manner.
Attend work on a regular and predictable schedule, follow clinic leave policy, and perform other assigned duties.
Maintain professional appearance, dress, behavior, and conduct.
Participate in Women’s Health access, continuity, and quality initiatives supporting timely prenatal, postpartum, gynecologic, and reproductive health care.
Participate in obstetric risk management, including review and implementation of emergency protocols, escalation workflows, drills, and applicable annual training.
Identify and escalate obstetric red flags and coordinate transfers for urgent maternal safety concerns, including severe hypertension in pregnancy, postpartum warning signs, and abnormal fetal assessment concerns.
Complete timely documentation, results review, patient notification, and follow-up planning according to closed-loop communication expectations.
Collaborate with nursing, referrals, medical records, laboratory, and operational teams to support patient-centered Women’s Health workflows and reduce care delays.
Participate in Women’s Health quality and value-based initiatives, including preventive screenings, postpartum follow-up, abnormal results tracking, and risk-based patient outreach.
Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with the clinic’s enhanced infection control requirements.