Job Description
**Certified Nurse Midwife Opening in California**
-Located in Quincy, CA.
***$10,000.00 sign-on bonus offered***
-We have 30 steps on our clinical pay scales to compensate staff for 30 years of relevant experience.
-The work schedule is regular business hours Monday-Friday: 8:00am to 5:00pm.
The Certified Nurse Midwife is to provide full scope perinatal care and management of low risk clients in CNM led, hospital owned, freestanding Birth Center with 24/7 collaboration and support of FP OB physicians, provide prenatal /post-partum/well woman care for higher risk clientele in Rural Health Center, function as part of an MD/CNM/RN team for OB ED triage, stabilization and transfer in the hospital, assist with training/education/clinical skills for the OB ED and Birth Center services, collaborate with local Public Health Department, Home Birth CPM and Doulas, opportunity for ongoing monthly or quarterly shifts in a partnering Labor and Delivery unit, 24/7 access to UC Davis NICU providers through PEANUT (Pediatric Emergency Assistance to Newborns Using Telehealth), great working relationship with consulting OB/Gyns in Truckee, CA and Perinatologists from Sacramento, CA and Reno, NV, and active Sweet Success Diabetes program assists in the prevention of diabetic complications and neonatal transfers due to hypoglycemia.
Living in Quincy, CA is a unique experience. Located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the stunning natural beauty of the area provides plenty of activities such as camping, hiking, biking, and skiing. The town itself is quaint with a community college and many small shops and restaurants to explore. Furthermore, there is a diverse population with people from all walks of life coming together to form a tight-knit community. Local events are often held in the downtown area, such as farmers markets, parades, and street fairs. The low cost of living makes it an ideal place for those looking for a more relaxed lifestyle or looking to get away from city life. With its beautiful scenery, friendly people, great schools and safe neighborhoods - Quincy is the perfect place to call home.
**Qualifications**
-Required Education: Masters prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing or public health (MSN, MPH) required.
-Required Experience: At least 1 year of nursing experience in a high volume Labor and Delivery unit, At least 5 years of experience as a Certified Nurse Midwife.
-Required Certifications and Licenses: CNM Certification by the American Midwifery Certification Board, Active California RN/CNM license, DEA certification, ACLS and NRP current or will be obtained within 3 months of hire, STABLE certification current or will be obtained within 6 months of hire, and ALSO certification current or obtained within 6 months of hire.
-Other Requirements: Commitment to Rural Health initiatives to prevent Maternity Deserts and Commitment to evidenced based midwifery practice.
Job Tags
Local area, Relocation bonus, Shift work, Monday to Friday,