Certified Nurse Midwife

About the Role

InterMed is the leading provider of obstetrical and gynecological healthcare in southern Maine and the largest Ob-Gyn practice in Greater Portland. Led by highly trained and board-certified physicians, the Obstetrics and Gynecology team provides care and support for every stage of a patient's life. We perform day surgeries and minimally invasive procedures at our Portland surgery center, with additional surgical services provided at Maine Medical Center.

We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and patient-centered Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to join our Women's Health team. The ideal candidate is a confident and collaborative clinician who values team-based care, shared decision-making, and exceptional patient experiences. This role involves providing comprehensive prenatal, labor and delivery, postpartum, and gynecologic care while adhering to evidence-based practices and established protocols.

Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide full-scope midwifery services, including:
  • Preventive women's health care
  • Prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care
  • Annual gynecologic examinations
  • Contraceptive counseling and family planning services
• Diagnose, monitor, and manage pregnancies, including recognition of complications and coordination of appropriate referrals for high-risk patients.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Prescribe medications and order diagnostic and therapeutic tests, including laboratory studies and imaging.
• Educate patients and families on pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, breastfeeding, postpartum recovery, and women's health concerns.
• Provide counseling and emotional support for patients experiencing pregnancy loss, complications, or adverse neonatal outcomes.
• Facilitate and participate in group prenatal care programs utilizing the Centering Pregnancy® model.

Collaborative Practice

• Partner closely with OB/GYN physicians to develop and strengthen a comprehensive CNM service line.
• Practice effectively within an integrated physician-CNM care model.
• Foster strong interdisciplinary relationships through timely communication and collaborative decision-making.
• Escalate clinical concerns appropriately and involve physician colleagues when indicated.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare providers, care coordinators, and community resources to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in 1:4 call coverage.

Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately document patient encounters, treatment plans, and clinical outcomes within the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA regulations and InterMed policies.
• Adhere to organizational policies, clinical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Professional Development & Organizational Participation

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and organizational committees.
• Attend a minimum of:
  • Two (2) of three (3) annual NP/PA Whole Group Meetings
  • Seventy-five percent (75%) of department-specific meetings
• Contribute to a positive team culture that reflects InterMed's mission, vision, and values.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM).
• Current certification as a CNM; current unencumbered licensure to practice as a CNM in the state of Maine.
• Active DEA/BLS certification.
• Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care, and midwifery best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to advancing organizational and departmental strategic goals through quality improvement, patient access initiatives, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovation in care delivery.
• Experience with prenatal, labor and delivery, postpartum, and gynecological care preferred.
• Interest or experience in Centering Pregnancy® group prenatal care is a plus.