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Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARY: The Certified Nurse Midwife is responsible for the management of women’s health care focusing on pregnancy, childbirth, post-partum, family planning and the gynecologic needs of women. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Provide comprehensive healthcare to patients through assessment, diagnosis, management and evaluation of care, inclusive of the Collaborative Practice Agreement., • Consult with other members of the healthcare team to coordinate care and/or make referrals to other members of the healthcare team., • Complete an accurate, orderly chart entry at each contact with a patient at the Health Center., • Provide professional program direction for the entire staff in collaboration with the Clinical Chief, Chief Medical Officer, Nurse Manager including but not limited to staff meetings and in-service education., • Participate in weekly after-hours telephone schedule., • Assist in the development of clinical programs, treatment protocols, departmental policies and the implementation for such in order to enhance standardized methods of performing medical and nursing procedures., • Participate in general orientation of all newly employed staff., • Ensures compliance with all applicable HIPAA, JCAHO, OSHA, Local, State and Federal initiatives and requirements., • A minimum of Master’s degree from an accredited College or University is required. Graduate of a certified US Nurse Midwifery school.Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:, • RN License in State of NJ, CNM License with prescriptive privilege in State of NJ, valid CNM certification from the American Midwifery Certification Board, BLS /CPR certification from the American Heart Association, CDS and DEA licenses.Previous Work Experience:, • Minimum of 3-5 years Nursing experience with 2 years in ambulatory care/and or similar environment.Special Skills or Knowledge:, • Ability to make sound decisions and to establish and maintain effective working relationship with staff associates and the general public.Additional Responsibilities: o5DX4RYupy