Detroit Community Health Connection, Inc. (DCHC) is a non-profit community based primary care organization committed to providing accessible, affordable, and quality service to all members of the communities we serve. EOE
Certified Nurse Midwife
A Growing and Progressive Community Health Center (with six (6) locations throughout the metro Detroit area) has immediate openings for full-time Certified Nurse Midwife for a busy primary care practice in a patient friendly ambulatory setting.
Overview
We are seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife to provide comprehensive health care to patients in the Nurse-Midwifery Program including antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, gynecology, labor management and delivery.
Responsibilities
- Provides clinical antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, and general gynecological care to patients including: Initial prenatal office visits, interviewing, performing exams, patient health education, follow-up prenatal visits, postpartum exams, annual exams.
- Follows established medical protocols and collaborates with other Nurse Midwives and Medical Staff as it relates to patient care.
- Assists with various administrative activities of the Nurse-Midwife Program such as: Communicating with OB/GYN department and the hospital; Reviewing lab data and keeping records and statistics as needed for research projects; Telephone follow-up with postpartum patients; Updating annual Certified Nurse-Midwife statistics and protocols; Participating in various committees and meetings as needed.
- Monitors fetal growth, maternal health, and treat health conditions that arise during pregnancy.
- Engages Medical Doctors or Specialists as needed during pregnancy or childbirth. Assists with investigation of patients’ problems.
- Educates women on birth options and partner with them in planning their birth. Prepares pregnant women for what to expect during the birthing process.
- Provides education for new parents on infant care.
- Assists mothers with breastfeeding, self-care, and postpartum healthcare.
- Performs preventive health screenings and tests. Diagnose and treats gynecological disorders such as sexually transmitted diseases and infertility. Develops treatment plans for patients.
- Provides both clinical and classroom health care teaching and counseling as needed to patients, families, medical students, nursing students and community programs. May act as Preceptor for medical students.
Qualifications
- Must be a registered nurse in the State of Michigan, who has successfully completed a formal Successful completion of a Nurse Midwifery program (approved by a national accrediting agency and certified by a national certifying organization) recognized by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
- One to Three years clinical experience in staff nursing, including teaching and counseling.
- Administrative experience including grant writing and research a plus.
- Ability to handle frequent time pressure, sensitive interpersonal relationships, counseling, and complex skills, and information in a confidential and professional manner
Join us as we strive to redefine excellence in healthcare delivery through innovative leadership! This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient lives through compassionate care and cutting-edge medical practices.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- STD/LTD benefit
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Loan Forgiveness
Experience:
- Clinical Experience: 1-3 years (preferred)
For consideration, please forward all responses or resumes to the Human Resources Department. Attn: Human Resources-Brenda Snell at [email protected] or fax to (313) 822-0907.