Midwife
Denver Health•Denver, CO
•$133,700 - $149,400•Onsite
About The Position
We are recruiting for a mission-driven Midwife to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency
Requirements
- Master's Degree Graduate of a nationally accredited midwife degree program Required
- 1-3 years Inpatient and outpatient midwifery care Required
- CNM-Certified Nurse Midwife - AMCB - American Midwifery Certification Board Required
- NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Program - AHA - American Heart Association Required
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
- DEAREG-DEA Registration - DEA - Drug Enforcement Agency Required
- CNM-Certified Nurse Midwife - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
- CNMRXN-Nurse Midwife Prescriber - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
- Knowledge base consistent with core competencies of basic midwifery practice.
- Prescribes medications including controlled substances, contraceptives, and hormone therapy
- Skill translating scientific evidence to clinical practice.
- Skill in diagnostic and treatment techniques
- Skill in empathic communication and trauma informed care
- Ability to educate other employees, midwifery students, nurse-practitioner students, medical students and residents in the clinical setting.
- Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment.
- Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of electronic health record systems preferred, specifically EPIC.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates and monitors health condition of patient in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, according to standards of care and current clinical practice guidelines. Refers to specialty services as needed. (15%)
- Assesses the health status of patients by performance of medical record review, thorough health history, and physical examination (15%)
- Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and provides patient care accordingly (10%)
- Admits and discharges patients to and from hospital inpatient care (10%)
- Performs gynecologic and obstetrical procedures within scope of expertise including but not limited to provision of long-acting, reversible contraceptives and limited OB ultrasound (10%)
- Prescribes medications including controlled substances and contraceptives (10%)
- Completes required clinical documentation in an accurate, thorough, and timely manner (10%)
- Supports patient autonomy in decision making through education about health condition and treatment options (10%)
- Teaches and supervises midwifery, nurse-practitioner, and medical students, and residents in the clinical setting (10%)
- Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by supervising medical staff. (0%)
Benefits
- Generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs.
- Tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development
- Meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions.
- Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
- 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
- Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
- Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
- Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
- Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
- National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
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Career Level
Mid Level
