CNM - Call only Nocturnist

WHA is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife to join our team in a Call-Only Nocturnist position at Legacy Meridian Park in Tualatin.

This role is responsible for providing independent midwifery care to obstetrics patients in the hospital setting, focusing on pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Practices collaborative management or referral as indicated by the health status of the patient. Responsible for managing health problems encountered by the patient and is accountable for health outcomes.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Performs accurate history and physical examinations for a low- to moderate-risk patient population.
• Orders, performs, and interprets appropriate laboratory, diagnostic, and screening tests; differentiates between normal findings and those requiring treatment.
• Demonstrates independent judgment in monitoring and responding to changes in a patient's condition, consulting, co-managing, or referring as appropriate.
• Communicates case management information to other healthcare professionals, clinician teams, and community agencies.
• Performs procedures within scope of licensure, demonstrating surgical skill, dexterity, and competency with equipment.
• Provides obstetrical care in accordance with WHA and hospital guidelines, including labor management, delivery, repair of lacerations/episiotomy, and management of minor complications; initiates emergency care as needed.
• Conducts admission triage, discharge, and rounding for obstetric patients.
• Assesses and documents patients' status and needs through interviews, chart reviews, and physical examinations; seeks additional information and consultation as needed.
• Provides timely patient documentation in system of record according to WHA guidelines.
• Provides individualized teaching and counseling regarding health care plans; promotes wellness through education, counseling, and written materials.
• Collaborates with other healthcare providers in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
• Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation in the EMR, following WHA guidelines, coding standards, and charge submission requirements.
• Adheres to prescribed standards of practice and established quality assurance levels, acting under the guidelines of the Chief Medical Officer, WHA, and relevant state boards.
• Shares call responsibilities, as defined by WHA, for the care of WHA patients.
• Participates in clinician, employee, and other WHA meetings as applicable to the role.

Education & Experience

• Master of Science degree in Nursing required.
• Current unrestricted Oregon RN license, required.
• Graduate of a Certified Nurse Midwife education program accredited by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) and current certification as a Nurse Midwife by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB).
• Current Oregon state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive privileges (NP-PP) required.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and CPR certification required.
• Professional nursing experience in a clinic setting and/or previous nurse practitioner experience in women's health, gynecology, obstetrics or nurse midwifery, preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience is required.