Our mission at Whittier Street Health Center is to serve as a center of excellence that provides high quality, and accessible health care and social services that achieve health equity, social justice, and the economic well-being of our diverse populations.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) provides medical care and treatment to OB/GYN patients, perform gynecological exams and office procedures, and educate patients on prenatal and postnatal health practices and infant care. The CNM works closely with other medical practice staff and participates in coverage for vacations and illnesses.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Current nursing licensure as a Nurse Midwife in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Certification by the American College of Nurse Midwives.
• Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a nurse in obstetrics.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a practicing midwife with demonstrated clinical competencies.
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, clinical practice standards, normal maternal/fetal growth and development, and nurse midwifery practice requirements.
• Ability to independently seek out resources and solve complex problems.
• Ability to process and prioritize information, perform health assessments, provide treatment, and conduct follow-up.
• Ability to accurately document assessments and interventions, record activities, and prepare reports and presentations.
• Strong communication skills with patients, families, visitors, healthcare teams, physicians, administrators, and leadership.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and the Epic electronic medical record system.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position may require prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting, and occasional lifting of supplies or equipment up to 25 pounds. It also requires manual dexterity, visual acuity, and the ability to operate standard office or clinical equipment. If you would like more detailed information about the physical demands of this position, a full job description is available upon request.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120 (Required)

Work Location: In perso

• Participates in examinations of obstetrical patients as needed and collaborates with midwives from Boston Medical Center and Brigham & Women’s Hospital, who are primarily responsible for the care, treatment, and delivery of the patient.
• No labor or deliveries; outpatient prenatal and GYN care only.
• Leads Centering Pregnancy group visits for prenatal patients.
• Discusses cases with the obstetrician to ensure adherence to specified practices.
• Instructs patients in healthy prenatal care practices.
• Proficient in gynecological office procedures.
• Performs postpartum examinations and treatments to ensure the patient and infant are responding normally.
• Proficient in conducting gynecological exams and Pap smears.
• Proficient in addressing family planning and menopause-related issues.
• Maintains case records in the electronic medical record system.
• Performs other duties as requested.