Certified Nurse Midwife

Job Title

Midwife

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities

To provide specialized care and management of patients during pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum. Coordinates overall flow of patients through the Birth Center triage, intrapartum and postpartum areas to ensure sensitive and quality care delivered in a timely manner. Evaluates and orders laboratory or other studies, develops plans and provides direct patient care. Round on and discharge postpartum patients including assessment and education. Consults with Attending Obstetric staff as necessary. Provides direct supervision and education to physicians-in-training and students. Participates in education of medical students, nurse-midwifery students, nursing staff and students Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of guidelines for care management for the antenatal, intrapartum and postpartum patients. Works days, nights and weekend shifts and is available for additional urgent coverage as needed.

Required Qualifications

Current Michigan license to practice as a Registered Nurse Current Michigan license to practice as a Certified Nurse-Midwife Master’s Degree in Nursing, Midwifery or Public Health Documented ability to function effectively as a team member Excellent communication and interpersonal skills NOTE: The selected candidate will not be able to provide patient care until credentialed by the Medical Staff Credentialing Committee. In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment. RESUME REQUIRED (for internal applicants): You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications

• Full-scope or inpatient Nurse-Midwifery experience within the last three years
• Limited first and third trimester ultrasound skills

* The selected candidate will not be able to provide patient care until credentialed by the Medical Staff Credentialing Committee

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!

Hourly Range for Midwives: $69.69-$89.12

The benefit package includes:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off Allowances
• Robust Tuition and Certification support programs
• Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement

Nursing Specific Info

Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

Hours per week: 36 Shifts: Day/Night Float Location: VVWH Birth Center

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with Advanced Practice Nursing opportunities please contact Nurse and Physician Assistant Recruitment at View phone number on click.appcast.io or e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io . For a current listing of all open APRN job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit .

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.