Certified Nurse-Midwife Laborist-1

South Shore Hospital; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Hospital in Weymouth, MA is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife to provide perinatal care and to manage labor and delivery as part of the Laborist APC PB team. The role requires CNM licensure, graduate midwifery education, and at least 3 years of nurse midwifery experience; a Masters degree is preferred.

It offers full-time status with varied shifts and a competitive compensation range. First assist at cesarean births and ongoing clinical collaboration with the health care team are

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved program of Midwifery. Masters degree preferred.
• CNM - Certified Nurse Midwife licensure required.
• Minimum 3 years of nurse midwifery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assumes management responsibility for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of obstetrical and gynecological patient care.
• Collaborates with the health care team to plan and implement care.
• Manages labor and delivery, including assessment of maternal and fetal status and cesarean birth first assist.

Education

Graduate of an approved program of Midwifery

Job description

Requisition Number:

R-24178

Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190

Department Name:
SSH Laborist APC PB

Status:
Full time

Budgeted Hours:
36

Shift:
Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Provides perinatal care to patients which includes physical assessment, patient education, evaluation and management of problems in accordance with approved nurse midwifery guidelines. Provides inpatient evaluation and management of prenatal patients in OB ED and management of labor, birth and postpartum. First assist at cesarean births.

Compensation Pay Range:
$132,620.80 - $254,498.24

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 1 - Patient Care Organization
  • Assumes management responsibility for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation for a plan of care for obstetrical and gynecological patients selected according to approved nurse midwifery
  • Collaborates with the health care team in planning and implementing care for obstetrical and gynecological patients.
  • Participates in ongoing review of nurse midwifery prescriptive practice.
  • Participates in Quality Management Program on a regular and continuing basis.
• 2 - Quality of Care
  • Assists in the development, implementation and revision of nurse midwifery guidelines and standards of care.
  • Evaluates individual health care status of patients, formulates a management plan and revises the plan as indicated.
  • Participates in continuous case review and appropriately communicates current data regarding all patients cared for by the obstetrical team.
  • Issues prescriptions and medication orders in accordance with SSH Nurse Midwifery practice protocols, and the rules set forth by the Board of Nursing.
  • Prior to leaving each shift, ensures documents are clear, complete, concise and organized manner demonstrating skill in the nursing process.
  • Seeks consultation according to nurse midwifery protocols from all members of the health care team involved in patient's care and makes appropriate referrals.
  • Provides consultation services as required by the health care team. Completes history and physical examinations and laboratory tests as appropriate. Continues assessment and teaching throughout pregnancy as indicated by documentation.
  • Manages normal labor and conducts delivery, including assessment of maternal and fetal status, identification of deviations from normal, management of third stage, management of episiotomy and perennial repairs. Identifies, manages and consults for obstetrical emergencies as indicated.
  • Manages maternal postpartum course including teaching, referrals, and follow-up.
  • Provides 12-hour on‑call coverage to a caseload of obstetrical patients, including telephone triage.
• 3 - Coordination
  • Demonstrates appropriate collaborative and consultative relationships with other providers within the institution and community.
  • Demonstrates awareness of community resources and assists staff, patients and families to use them effective.
  • Serves on nursing and hospital committees and assumes responsibility for disseminating and communicating information to staff.
• 4 - Planning
  • Develops annual objectives and reviews these with the Medical Director of the Laborist and Midwifery Program at time of performance review and at appropriate intervals.
  • Assists in determining, evaluating, and/or implementing nurse midwifery practice goals and objectives.
  • Maintains interdisciplinary approach for planning and communicating information for appropriate patient care.
  • Maintains awareness of legislation that may affect the health care delivery systems and nurse midwifery practice.
• 5 - Research
  • Initiates and participates in nursing research at a level consistent with educational background which shall include data collection to measure CNM/Laborist effectiveness as a program.
  • Maintains understanding of current research in related clinical areas through relevant publications.
  • Contributes by either group or individual authorship to writing for publication.
  • Recommends innovative approaches to nurse midwifery practice based on selected research findings.
• Technology and Learning
  • Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
  • Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education - Preferred
  • Graduate of an approved program of Midwifery. Masters Degree preferred.
• Minimum Work Experience
  • Previous nurse midwifery experience preferred, minimum 3 years.
• Required Licenses / Registrations
  • CNM - Certified Nurse Midwife
• Required additional information
  • This position is a licensed independent practitioner credentialed through the Medical Staff Services Office