Certified Nurse Midwife - Per Diem - Day - OB/GYN Trenton

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:
$55.62 - $78.61

Position Overview

Essential Functions

• Evaluates need for and ordering laboratory and diagnostic tests. Reviews and accurately records laboratory results in prenatal record. Reviews and interprets laboratory results with client. Refers abnormal results to case manager for follow-up.
• Assesses need for referral to other healthcare providers.
• Educates patients and their families and encourages participation in healthcare related decisions.
• Participates in constant labor and delivery coverage for caseload. Exercises discretion and judgment when evaluating and determining disposition of clients in triage area appropriately.
• Collaborates, consults, and refers with physicians in accordance with practice guidelines and nurse-midwifery regulations. Acts as stand-by for unattended private deliveries when physician is unavailable. Acts as Cesarean section first assist for clients and private physicians as needed.
• Completes post-partum rounds and discharges in a timely fashion. Completes billing slip at time of discharge.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary conference. Attends at least 50% of Obstetrics Department meetings annually. Maintains contact with professional organizations.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Participates in continuing education activities and obtains CEUs necessary to maintain state licensure and prescriptive authority.
• Supervises Nurse-Mid-wifery students and family practice residents during their clinical rotation at CH.
• Adapts to changing demands of workplace and assumes a leadership role in supporting co-workers adaptation to change.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited midwifery program with Certificate of nurse-midwifery.
• Nurse Midwife License - NJ

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Wrist position deviation
• Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion , Taste or Smell
• Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear
• Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing
• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate Matter

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Disability Benefits - Short Term Disability (STD)
• Sick Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.


The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.