Certified Nurse Midwife, ObGyn, (Greenbrae), Part-Time, (30 Hour Week), Variable Shifts

About Marinhealth

The MarinHealth Medical Network is an integrated, independent healthcare system in the North Bay region. It includes MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327-bed hospital in Greenbrae, and 55 primary care and specialty clinics across Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. Known for its commitment to quality and innovation, MarinHealth has received numerous awards and recognitions.

Job Description Summary

The Certified Nurse Midwife at MarinHealth Medical Network plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive care to both privately and publicly insured patients. This role involves in-patient and out-patient care, including prenatal, labor, and postpartum care, as well as assisting in C-sections and managing obstetrical needs.

Company Prima Medical Foundation dba MarinHealth Medical Network

Work Shift: Variable Shift
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 30

Pay Range

$80.00 - $92.50 - $110.00

Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions

• Education: Masters prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing or public health (MSN, MPH) required and a midwifery program approved by the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM).
• Licenses & Certifications: Must have a current California RN and Certified Nurse Midwife license and be certified by the ACNM (or eligible). CA CNM Furnishing License required. Current BLS or ACLS certification from American Heart Association required. Surgical First Assist training certification for C-Section, or equivalent preferred. First Trimester and Third Trimester Sonography training is highly desired.
• Experience: At least 3 years of experience as a Certified Nurse Midwife, preferred.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Collaboration: In collaboration with the Hospitalists on the shift, provide appropriate care within the scope of midwifery protocols to all OB patients in MarinHealth Medical Center.
• Prenatal Care: Provide prenatal care, labor management, and postpartum care for patients in accordance with standardized procedures and protocols and in consultation with a physician.
• Physical & Clinical Exams: Perform physical, vaginal, breast, clinical pelvimetry, and general health status OB and GYN exams; order and/or perform approved laboratory and diagnostic exams, consulting with and/or referring complications to a physician.
• Medications & Records: Order medications per midwifery protocols; document care rendered in patient electronic health record; evaluate patient progress; consult with other members of the health care team to develop and manage care and follow-up plans.
• Midwifery & Medical Interventions: Independently manage and deliver low-risk patients, assume co-management of high-risk women when appropriate, and manage complications and emergencies until physician arrives; assess immediate and ongoing status of labor, well-being of patient and fetus, and normalcy of progress. Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures relevant to pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum care. Recognize emergent, abnormal, and unsatisfactory obstetric and neonatal conditions and initiate appropriate measures. Initiate and carry out midwifery and medical interventions, such as but not limited to amniotomy, IUPC insertion, fetal scalp electrode application, catheterization, IV fluid administration, placement of cervical ripening balloon, episiotomy, anesthesia, and medications; support patients during labor. Assist physicians with operative deliveries as required. C-section surgical assist certification must be successfully completed as per hospital requirements. Perform initial assessment of newborn status; assist in promoting establishment of airway and maintenance of body temperature; begin resuscitation efforts in the absence of a physician. Manage postpartum care; write postpartum orders as indicated; provide guidance, assistance, and referrals to community medical and social agencies and resources; sign birth certificates. Provide telephone triage and consultation to patients; participate in prenatal and postpartum patient education. Perform Medi-Cal administrative activities which include assisting Medi-Cal beneficiaries to gain access to needed medical, social, educational, and other services. Prepare, input, and maintain organized, detailed, and accurate medical records. Collaborate with other members of the health care team on an ongoing basis. Provide rounding and medical handoff to new clinical team each day when performing in-patient care. Willing to mentor and teach medical and midwifery students. May be assigned to participate in hospital committees as needed. Attend in-patient and outpatient CNM meetings. Attend clinic site staff meetings. Other duties as required or requested.

Qualifications

• Communication: Model effective communication skills to ensure clear understanding and adherence to patient care protocols.
• Accountability: Take responsibility for actions and decisions made, ensuring that they align with the organization's values and mission.
• Respect: Demonstrate respect for all colleagues, patients, and their families, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment.
• Excellence: Strive for excellence in all aspects of patient care, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Safety: Ensure the safety of patients, colleagues, and the community by adhering to established safety protocols and practices.

C.A.R.E.S. Standards

MarinHealth seeks candidates ready to model our C.A.R.E.S. standards—Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety—which foster a healing, trust-based environment for patients and colleagues.

Health & Immunizations

To protect employees, patients, and our community, MarinHealth requires measles, mumps, varicella, and annual influenza immunizations as a condition of employment (and annually thereafter). COVID-19 vaccination/booster remains strongly recommended.

Equal Employment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.