Per Diem CNM: Elevate OB Care in a Collaborative Team

UnitedHealth Group; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Optum in Poughkeepsie, New York is seeking a Per Diem Certified Nurse Midwife to join our OB/GYN team. This role supports labour and delivery with a collaborative, patient-centered approach in a large network that emphasizes high-quality care and strong clinical support.

The position requires a Master's degree and Midwifery certificate, AMCB certification, and at least four years of midwifery experience. Pay ranges from $35.00 to $63.00 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on

Qualifications

• Master's degree in midwifery is required.
• Midwifery certificate and AMCB certification are required.
• Four years of clinical midwifery experience with references.

Responsibilities

• Participates in initial examination of obstetrical patient and shares responsibility for care and delivery.
• Examines patient during pregnancy using findings and tests to evaluate progress.
• Discusses case with Obstetrician to ensure adherence to practices.
• Instructs patient in diet and prenatal health.
• Stays with patient during labor to provide support and administer medications.
• Delivers infant and performs postpartum examinations.

Skills

Evidence-based medicine

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in midwifery

Midwifery certificate

AMCB certification

Job description

Optum in Poughkeepsie, New York is seeking a Per Diem Certified Nurse Midwife to join our OB/GYN team. This role supports labour and delivery with a collaborative, patient-centered approach in a large network that emphasizes high-quality care and strong clinical support.

The position requires a Master's degree and Midwifery certificate, AMCB certification, and at least four years of midwifery experience. Pay ranges from $35.00 to $63.00 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on