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Job Summary

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is looking for a Lead Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to join their team. At Clements University Hospital (CUH) we provide a full range of patient-centered labor and delivery services, all with a focus on both mom and baby. If you enjoy being a part of helping new moms and their loved ones happily welcome their new addition as a Midwife, this position could be for you! This is a rotating schedule that includes, days, nights, and weekend coverage. There is a pay differential for night and weekend coverage. Veterans encouraged to apply.

Experience and Education

Master\'s degree in Nursing or related field or higher degree; documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) by the Texas Board of Nursing to practice as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)

Certification as a CNM by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) or the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM) Certification Council

Minimum of three (3) years' experience as a CNM with demonstrated increasing responsibility.

Prior leadership experience preferred.

Current Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) certification; completion of a First Assist at Surgery education program certified by the Certification Board Perioperative Nursing (CBPN) and Certified Registered Nurse First Assist (CRNFA) preferred

Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross required.

Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.

Job Duties

Oversees and manages coverage schedules for both inpatient and outpatient Advanced Practice Provider (APP), as appropriate/ applicable. Generate APP specific data surrounding the performance and productivity of supervised staff. Reviews current deployment of APP staff, and identifies opportunities for future optimization.

Conducts annual performance evaluations of assigned APP staff, in conjunction with division chief or medical director, faculty, and Office of Advanced Practice.

Reviews safety events or issues related to APP clinical practice quality and safety for assigned team, and as designated by leadership.

Reports observed APP events affecting access, productivity, and/or clinical practice. Discusses any identified barriers to providing optimal care. Supports collaborative correction or remediation, where appropriate.

Contributes to the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives pertaining to the APPs and within the assigned clinical program(s).

Conducts regular team meetings with APP staff to identify barriers to patient care, and lead discussions to develop resolutions to such barriers. Reviews meeting results with advanced practice leadership, division chief, medical director, and/or faculty, as appropriate.

Promotes APP participation in departmental and institutional continuing medical education opportunities.

In the clinical setting, will provide diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients within their scope of practice, licensure, and privileges.

Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status.

Synthesizes data and utilizes evidence to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results.

Demonstrates proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate and based on specialty and training.

Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families, and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.

Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives and/or clinical research protocols through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance.

Collaborates in research projects and protocols, as appropriate; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Accuracy and ability to exercise considerable judgment.

Ability to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills.

Ability to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for improvements in departmental policy, procedures, and protocols.

Proficient use of EMR in the delivery of care

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in a clinical environment. The incumbent may be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases.

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of the Vice President of Human Resources, or his/her designee.

Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/about-virus-and-testing/cms-vaccine-requirements.html

For general COVID-19 information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. To learn more, please visit: why-work-here/diversity-inclusion/ .

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