• Job Description

  Req#: 150548

  Advocate Health Women’s Care boasts one of the nation’s largest OB/GYN teams, with board –certified specialists covering all aspects of women’s health, is home to one of the most expansive OB/GYN teams in the nation. Working here presents an excellent opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated team of Certified Nurse Midwives. Advocate Health is a leading community-focused academic healthcare system serving North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and the Midwest. When you join Advocate Health you will be welcomed into an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects the contributions a diverse team can make together. Practice where your voice is valued, your passion for advancing healthcare is rewarded, and you get the resources and support you need to thrive personally and professionally.

  Opportunity Highlights

  This CNM position is located at Charlotte OB/GYN. It is a full scope midwifery position working in labor and delivery (inpatient) and office setting (ambulatory). The CNM functions independently while collaborating with the supervising physicians. We provide care for all women with obstetrical and gynecologic needs.

  This position includes one 24-hour call shift and 2 office days per week. The CNM team works very closely together and covers call/office when emergent issues arise. Overtime opportunities are also available. We have a very competitive salary, benefit package and bonuses.

  We are a large busy group of 15 physicians and 7 CNMs. Looking to add an 8th CNM. Charlotte OB/GYN has 5 offices in various locations in Charlotte. The practice delivers over 2000 babies per year with the CNM group delivering their own patients which averages 600-700 births. We first assist with C-sections, perform OB triage, and postpartum rounds

  Essential Functions

  Assesses health status utilizing advanced physical examination and medical history skills, and designs individualized health care management plans in collaboration with other health professionals

  Manages health care within protocols mutually agreed upon by physician and team members

  Identifies abnormal findings early and initiates appropriate intervention

  Assesses and provides support or the cultural, psychosocial, language and physically challenged need of the family unit

  Provides health care management, functioning within the guidelines of the Nursing Practice Act, the Medical Practice Act, other regulatory agencies

  Serves as a role model/clinical resource in all aspects of job performance

  Demonstrates appropriate critical thinking, interpersonal skills, find the ability to prioritize and concentrate

  Assesses own practice needs, as well as those of the other members of the healthcare team, and develops methods to meet those needs

  Participate on committees and in research as appropriate

  Physical Requirements

  Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment and supplies. Must speak English fluently and in understandable terms. Must possess intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, touch, and finger dexterity. Must have the ability to react and perform in stressful situations

  Education, Experience, and Certifications

  • Completion of an MSN and graduate level Certified Nurse-Midwife Program required

  • 1-2 years' experience as a CNM and at least 2 years of nursing experience in labor and delivery

  • Experience as a First Assistant in C-sections preferred but be willing to learn and train

  • License to practice as a Registered Nurse required

  • Certified by the American Midwifery Certification Board and approved to practice as a Nurse-Midwife in the state one works required

  • BLS required per policy guidelines

  When you join Atrium Health, you will be welcomed into a culture that celebrates and respects the contributions a team can make together. Practice where your voice is valued, your passion for advancing medicine is rewarded, and you get the resources and support you need to thrive personally and professionally. In our nationally-renowned integrated health system, you can work alongside the most advanced minds in medicine to improve medicine, and redefine care for all.

• About the company

  With over 65,000 employees, Atrium Health, is where you can find a doctor, hospital, or healthcare location in NC or SC.

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