Certified Nurse Midwife

Avera McKennan; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

Competitive retirement match

Career development & mentorship

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Avera McKennan Hospital and clinics are seeking a certified Nurse Midwife to provide obstetric and gynecologic care, patient education, and coordinated care to mothers and infants. You will work within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to high-quality outcomes.

Applicants must hold a Master’s in Nurse Midwifery, CNM certification, and an active license; DEA registration is required where applicable. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed CNM with current state license.
• Master's level training in nurse-midwifery.
• CNM certification required by AMCB.
• DEA registration and applicable state/federal licenses on hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical services and health education to obstetrical and gynecological patients and families.
• Collaborates with physicians for assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures per protocols and licensing authorities.
• Interprets diagnostic information and develops an appropriate plan of care.
• Ensures referrals, maintains patient records and promotes safety and quality care.

Skills

Clinical skills

Prenatal care

Patient education

Education

Master's Nurse Midwifery program

Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)

Active nursing license

DEA registration

Job description

Location

Avera Obstetrics & Gynecology Plaza 1

Worker Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day/Evening/Weekend/Holiday Shift (United States of America)

Position Highlights

You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Provides medical care and treatment to obstetrical & gynecological patients and instruct patients in proper prenatal and postnatal practices and infant care.

What you will do

Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members. Effectively contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies appropriate methods designed to increase each person’s motivation to assume responsibility for their own health care. Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients. Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities. Interprets information gathered during the diagnostic process and consults with the physician as appropriate regarding abnormal health assessment findings to establish appropriate plan of care. Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients. Provides quality care for patient, demonstrates appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices. Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care. Effectively provides patient instruction related to environment of care and safety standards. Practices according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities. Understands, applies, and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards. Maintains patient records and accurate information.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

Master's Nurse Midwifery program

Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) - American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB)

An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire and Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state of practice Upon Hire

Expectations and Standards

Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community. Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits

• You Need & Then Some
• Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees.
• We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives.
• Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
• Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law.
• If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.