Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)
Company: Ocean Health Initiatives
Location: Lakewood
Posted on: January 20, 2023
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Job Description:
The Women's Health Department at Ocean Health Initiatives is
actively recruiting highly skilled providers to fill a host of
vacant roles at the organization, including the Director of OB/GYN
services, CNMs, and Women's Health NPs, as detailed below. Since
its inception, OHI has sought to cultivate a culture that
emphasizes and celebrates diversity, respect, and service. And over
the years, OHI has been delivering on these principles for its
employees whilst continuing to abide by its mission of providing
access to the highest quality healthcare for underserved patient
populations. As an OHI employee, you will be aiding in this mission
to make our community a better, healthier place.As a member of our
Women's Health Department, you will not only be a key figure in the
lives of the women you treat, but you will also be building a
crucial foundation for the healthy lives of their children,
starting with their deliveries at Ocean University Medical Center
in Brick. At OHI, we highly respect the sanctity of the work of our
providers, and we strive to ensure that their needs are met just as
much as their patients' needs are met. As such, the organization
has instituted several employee programs such as the HRSA Loan
Forgiveness Program to help alleviate our providers' student loan
debt and the Provider Wellness Initiative to prioritize our
providers' mental and physical health. Additionally, OHI's
comprehensive provider benefits include productivity bonuses,
health insurance benefits, continuing medical education, and
generous paid time off. OHI believes that a healthy work/life
balance is essential to ensuring that providers have the physical
and mental wherewithal to provide exceptional patient care.We are
looking forward to having you join the OHI family as we work
together to make our community happier and healthier.Company Intro:
Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. (OHI) is a Federally Qualified
Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to providing quality, accessible and
comprehensive primary health care to the residents of Ocean and
Monmouth County; regardless of economic status.Our Health Center
Locations: Toms River, Lakewood, Little Egg Harbor, Freehold,
Brick, and ManchesterOHI services include family and internal
medicine, pediatrics, behavioral health, nutrition, OB/GYN women's
health, dental, family planning, specialty care, pharmacies, PrEP,
and a STI clinic.Full-time 40 hours/week:Monday to Friday - two
8/hour days/week in the officeSunday to Saturday - one 24 hour in
hospital coverage/weekPosition Summary:Reporting to the Chief
Medical Officer (CMO), the Certified Nurse Midwife in collaboration
with Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. (OHI), staff physicians, will
provide primary care services to the patients of OHI that is
consistent with established policies, procedures and protocols, the
Joint Commission policies and procedures, OSHA standards, and other
safety and health related codes and laws.Responsibilities:Performs
complete health examination of perinatal, prenatal, and postpartum
patients, including health history and physical examination, in
accordance with protocols established by the Chief Medical Officer
or designee.Provides direct care for women in labor, including
management of normal delivery.Provides health instruction for women
in all stages of life cycle.Provides health examinations of
inter-partum patients, especially those seeking advice concerning
family planning and gynecological issues.Provides patient/family
education, health counseling, and health advocacy services to
patients, their families and significant other.Works
collaboratively with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other
members of the multidisciplinary health care team to establish
patient care programs and policies.Participates in OB/GYN call
schedule as directed.Orders appropriate laboratory studies and
referrals, interprets the results of laboratory tests and follow-up
of abnormal lab reports.Orders treatment in keeping with protocols
established by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
(ACOG) and OHI approved guidelines.Provides direction and
supervision to the ancillary clinical OB/GYN staff.Carries out
administrative activities in the Obstetrics and Gynecology
department as directed by the CMO or designee.Prepares reports of
activities of the Obstetrics and Gynecology section as directed by
the CMO or designee.Carries out additional duties including
research projects, and community health education, as assigned by
the CMO or designee.Is responsible for the proper interpretation
and execution of clinician orders.Prepare OB/GYN paperwork, having
knowledge of all forms pertinent to the EMR System.Verify pregnancy
tests and perform routine prenatal screenings.Responsible to
supervise patients and staff during an emergent OB/GYN situation
until appropriate emergency medical assistance arrives.Responsible
to pursue necessary educational requirements to maintain
license.Instruct patients on all aspects of inter-partum care
including but not limited to medication, treatments, procedures,
pre-term labor, etc.Provides leadership role in clinical
collaboration committees as it relates to the day-to-day patient
care model. Demonstrates professional and leadership qualities to
facilitate a cohesive and productive team.Protects patient privacy
and maintain accurate medical records.Must be capable to perform
and analysis routine in-office testing.Participates in and supports
accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of
OHI.Provides telephone triage and consultation to
patients.Completes all mandatory in-services.Adheres to Corporate
Compliance policies.Is highly accountable for one's own
productivity. In order to maintain transparency, all projects must
be represented clearly on a project board in You are responsible
for ensuring the board is always updated and accurate and that
information is accessible to those that need
it.Education/Experience/Licensure:Master' Degree in Nursing from an
accredited School of Nursing is required.Three to five years'
experience at RN level in medical center, private practice or
long-term care setting is preferred.Active State of New Jersey RN
and Advanced Practice Nurse License are required.Active State of
New Jersey CDS and DEA License to prescribe and maintain controlled
substances are required.Certification by the New Jersey State Board
of Nursing as an Advanced Practice Nurse is required.BLS for
providers through the American Heart Association, BCLS, ACLS and
PALS certifications are required.Benefits:Paid Time Off
(PTO)Holidays (8)Health InsuranceDental Benefits401(k) + 5%
matchGroup Term Life InsuranceFlexible Spending
AccountPre-Employment Requirements:PhysicalCriminal Background
ChecksDrug ScreeningTuberculosis ScreeningOcean Health Initiatives
is firmly committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to
provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants.
Therefore, Ocean Health does not discriminate on the basis of
creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual
orientation, age, religion, marital or parental status, alienage,
disability, political affiliation or belief, military or military
discharge status.In accordance with New Jersey Executive order
(COVID-19 No.283) in conjunction with the Federal CDC guidelines,
COVID vaccinations are a requirement for Ocean Health Initiatives
as well as many other Healthcare Organizations. Proof of full
vaccination and the booster shot is required prior to the beginning
date of employment. If you have a medical or religious
contraindication, please inform Human Resources when the offer is
extended.
Keywords: Ocean Health Initiatives, Lakewood , Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), Other , Lakewood, New Jersey
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