At NorthBay Health, the Certified Nurse Midwife supports the NorthBay Obstetrics and Gynecology department in providing low risk antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum care, pre-conception, family planning, routine gynecology, and well woman care. The CNM will provide routine prenatal care to pregnant women from point of entry into care through delivery and the immediate post partum period. Care is provided under the direction of the supervising physician (CWH Medical Director, DOD and/or on-call OB Hospitalist)
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES
Performs a patient medical history and physical and initial obstetric evaluation of patient at first prenatal visit.
Provides ongoing low risk prenatal care to women from point of entry into care through delivery.
Identifies high risk obstetric problems and transfers care to appropriate physician or tertiary care center.
Provides post-partum care
Selects, performs and/or interprets the appropriate routine laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Reviews all lab and diagnostic results with patients. Reviews and follows up on any abnormal testing with patient.
Provides comprehensive family planning services to women.
Provides comprehensive well woman services according to annual health maintenance guidelines.
Provides appropriate STD testing and treatment. Provides appropriate HIV testing and treatment/referral.
Requests specialty consultation as approved by supervising physician.
Provides routine gynecological services including preventative care, primary care for well women.
Provides patient education, health counseling and guidance to patients.
Documents all care rendered in the medical record in a timely fashion.
Completes and submits coded fee tickets for each patient encounter.
Prescribes medications as per protocol under the direction of the supervising physician.
Participates in data collection and outcome measurement to insure quality care being provided.
Assists Manager of Women’s Health and/or CWH Medical Director in the development and implementation of special projects and programs and assists in the monitoring of results.
Participates in the development of APRN Protocols/Policies.
Promotes a safe environment for staff, patients and family members.
Participates in CWH PQIP program.
Contributes to the positive patient care experience, every encounter, every time.
Has a clear understanding of the patient experience data that is collected for the CWH.
Education Master’s graduate of an accredited nursing program which includes a WHNP/Nurse Midwifery Program.
2. Licensure/Credentials: Current California licensure as a Certified Nurse Midwife; Current NP licensure from any state or 5 years prior NP experience. Board Certification by the American Midwifery Certification Board. Current AHA or equivalent BLS card. Maintains a current Furnishing Number for prescribing medications.
3. Experience: Three (3) years’ experience as a Certified Nurse Midwife practicing in an active OB/GYN Practice.
4. Skills: Demonstrates ability to evaluate patient’s physical and emotional status. Demonstrates ability to provide patient care based on age-related needs. Demonstrates current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in the following age groups: Adult, Young Adult, Adolescent, Pediatric, and Neonatal. Demonstrates clear credentials check through the AHP process.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence.
6.Compensation $93-113 per hour. Offered hourly rate based on years of experience.
At NorthBay Health, we are guided by our values: Nurturing Care; Own It; Respect; Build Trust; and Hardwire Excellence. These principles lead us to our TRUE NORTH and inspire us to provide exceptional care.
These values serve as the foundation of everything we do, guiding us to deliver individualized care with integrity and accountability. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute their best to the health and well-being of those we serve.
This is an exciting time to join NorthBay Health.
As an independent, nonprofit health system north of the San Francisco Bay Area, in the Napa/Solano Region, we are expanding our footprint across Solano, Yolo, and Napa counties to meet the evolving needs of our communities. With two acute-care hospitals—including a Level II Trauma Center and a modern maternity unit with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)—along with a comprehensive cancer center, multiple urgent care facilities, and a growing network of primary and specialty clinics, we are investing in the future of care across the region.
NorthBay Health we are home to advanced clinical programs and nationally recognized cardiovascular, neuroscience, and orthopedic services, as well as comprehensive surgical and outpatient specialties. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing (one of only 12 organizations nationwide) and recognition from U.S. News & World Report as “High Performing” in multiple clinical areas, including maternity care, heart failure, and stroke. NorthBay Medical Center has earned the High Performing designation in maternity care for four consecutive years.
As the only locally governed health system in the region, we remain deeply rooted in our communities while growing into a trusted regional healthcare leader. If you are seeking meaningful work, collaborative teams, and the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare in Northern California, you will find it at NorthBay Health.
Join us with our commitment to excellence, to achieve our vision to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve.
To learn more about NorthBay Health's benefits, diversity statement and community please visit https://www.northbay.org/careers/
NorthBay Health is a locally based, nonprofit health care organization serving Solano County since 1960.
Our health system includes two hospitals: NorthBay Medical Center in Fairfield and NorthBay VacaValley Hospital in Vacaville; a 100-provider primary and specialty care medical group; the NorthBay Cancer Center; and a medical fitness center, Active Wellness Center at NorthBay Health.
NorthBay Healthcare is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.
Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of our communities by providing conveniently accessible high-quality care.
The 132-bed NorthBay Medical Center is Solano County’s most comprehensive hospital. It includes a Level II Trauma Center, maternity services and a neonatal intensive care unit and has a "Baby Friendly" designation (www.babyfriendlyusa.org). It is the only civilian hospital in the county capable of performing open heart surgery. The hospital is an accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI, a Stroke Center, and a designated STEMI Receiving Center.
NorthBay VacaValley Hospital in Vacaville is a 50-bed facility built in 1987. The hospital offers 24-hour emergency care, intensive care, acute care, and sophisticated surgical and diagnostic services. The Vacaville campus hosts the Joint Replacement Program, NorthBay Wound Care and Outpatient surgery at the NorthBay Surgery Center.
In 2016, the NorthBay Wellness Center opened on the campus. It includes the NorthBay Cancer Center, the fitness center and Cardiac Rehabilitation.
There are three Center for Primary Care facilities, two in Fairfield and one in Vacaville, and numerous specialty care offices in both cities.
For complete details on our services, visit NorthBay.org.
