Job title: Certified Nurse Midwife – Gotham Health/Morrisania – Bronx, New York – Full Time

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Company: Physician Affliate Group of New York

Job description: Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is one of the largest multi-disciplinary groups in the country whose main purpose is to nurture and embolden the healthcare providers who take care of the most fragile and vulnerable patients in New York City. PAGNY people do more than diagnose and treat; we uplift the spirits and dignity of patients because we love what we do, and it shows. PAGNY is committed to recruiting and retaining productive and enthusiastic physicians and promotes our health professionals’ wellness.

PAGNY is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), the largest public health system in the United States. Our practitioners are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.

Responsibilities

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Under the supervision of the Director of Women’s Health Services (WHS), provides outpatient antepartum, postpartum, and gynecological care in accord with approved midwifery protocols. The CNM will render care under a formal collaborative agreement with the Director of WHS. This position is a Full Time opportunity, with no call. Weekend or evening coverage may be needed and is negotiable. Participation in the care of laboring patients at Lincoln Hospital is negotiable.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans and providers health care for women as appropriate for the level of training and scope of practice.
• Establishes a complete database concerning the patient through history-taking, physical examination, and ordering/interpreting appropriate laboratory data/tests.
• Assesses the status of the patient, develops and implements a plan of care with the patient during the antepartum and postpartum periods.
• Provides guidance and education for patients and families concerning health maintenance, admission and discharge, and labor management, including physical and emotional support.
• Seeks medical consultation for patients as appropriate for complications or whenever there are deviations from expected standards of practice and clinical practice guidelines.
• Performs ongoing review of care, including accurate and complete evaluation and documentation in the medical record and prompt review of laboratory results.
• Provides contraceptive services and guidance and evaluation and treatment for minor gynecological conditions.
• Performs advanced practice skills in WHS according to prior training and demonstrated competencies.

9.Serves as clinician champion for interdepartmental collaboration with the divisions of Pediatrics and WIC on postpartum and newborn care.

Qualifications

EDUCATIONAL LEVEL:

• Licensure as a Midwife by the New York State Department of Education
• Enrolled in the Certificate Maintenance Program (CMP)

KNOWLEDGEABLE IN:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing in English
• Experience with LARC insertion / removal is preferred but not required
• Spanish fluency is preferred but not required
• Ability to analyze and solve clinical problems
• Commitment to person-centered care

Proof of Covid -19 vaccination is required prior to hire

EOE M/F/D/V

Expected salary:

Location: Morrisania, The Bronx, NY

Job date: Sat, 09 Apr 2022 07:45:42 GMT

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