Nurse Midwife

Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a nonprofit health care organization whose mission is to provide exceptional health care to people facing access barriers through clinical programs and education. We provide integrated health care services including medical, dental, and behavioral health through our 20 outpatient health centers. We deliver care with our strong "Hospitality" culture. Our organization has over 800 employees and serves more than 74,300 patients annually in the Pikes Peak and East Central regions of Colorado.

About the Role

Peak Vista is seeking an experienced Certified Nurse Midwife to join our team of excellent practitioners. This position is an excellent opportunity for career growth, providing a wide variety of opportunities and excellent mentorship. Must be licensed to practice in Colorado or be eligible to obtain a CO license. Prescriptive authority preferred. Must be comfortable in providing care to all age groups and be able to serve in a full-time capacity in our Women's Health Center.

Responsibilities

• Performs the nursing duties related to midwifery including gynecological exams, preconception care, prenatal care, labor and delivery care, care after birth, newborn care, disease prevention, family planning, health maintenance counseling, and menopausal management.
• Educates women about different types of care available and encourages them to enhance their pregnancy by being involved. Emphasizes patient education, active participation, clear communication between the provider and the woman, and an individualized health care experience.
• Advocates birth education, natural childbirth, and the participation of the entire family.
• Writes prescriptions as needed.
• Serves as OB/GYN team member working closely with physicians and other staff to ensure healthy pregnancies and deliveries. Provides emotional and social support to all of our patients.
• Oversees the medical care of assigned pregnant patients under the supervision of a physician. Provides support to mother and family.
• Acquire and maintain Active Inpatient Medical Staff privileges at a partner hospital system.
• Cover at least one 24-hour inpatient coverage shift per week in conjunction with a physician team member.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of full scope midwifery experience is required.
• Must be licensed to practice in Colorado or be eligible to obtain a CO license.
• Prescriptive authority preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.
• Provide full scope of midwifery services including GYN services throughout the life cycle, prenatal education and support, attending childbirth, providing encouragement during labor and delivery, and supervising the general care of women and children directly after birth.
• Provides care to women during normal pregnancies and deliveries and calls on obstetricians or other physicians if complications develop.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life, STD, LTD
• 403(b) Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Perks Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program

Benefits Summary

Pay

$123,071.52 to $151,362.45 annually, based on experience. Plus a $10,000 Sign On Bonus.

Because Peak Vista is a FQHC, the provider’s malpractice insurance is covered through FTCA government funds.