Certified Nurse Midwife

• Participates in initial examination of obstetrical patient, and is assigned responsibility for care, treatment, and delivery of patient.
• Participates in antenatal evaluation and treatment of the obstetrical patient.
• Examines patient during pregnancy, utilizing physical findings, laboratory test results, and patient's statements to evaluate condition and ensure that patient's progress is normal. Instructs patient in prenatal health practices.
• Discusses case with Obstetrician and staff to assure observation of specified practices.
• Stays with patient during labor to reassure patient and to administer

• When deviations from standard are encountered during pregnancy or delivery, administers stipulated emergency measures, and arranges for immediate contact of Obstetrician.
• Visits patient during postpartum period in hospital to examine patient and instruct patient in care of self and infant. Participate in discharge care including discharge orders.
• Assist Obstetrician as First Assist for C-sections
• Maintains records of cases for inclusion in establishment file.
• Conducts classes for groups of patients and families to provide information concerning pregnancy, childbirth, and family orientation.
• May direct activities of other workers.
• May instruct in midwifery in establishment providing such training.
• Participate in the performance improvement activities of the department.

• Requires a Masters Degree in Nursing and current RN licensure in the state of MA
• MA Certified Nurse Midwife License
• Minimum two years experience as a certified nurse midwife
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, clinical practice standards, normal maternal / fetal growth and development, and requirements of nurse midwifery practice. Able to independently seek out resources and solve complex problems.
• US Department of Justice and Massachusetts’ Controlled Substance DEA Registrations are required for prescribing practitioners
• BLS
• Documented proof of attendance at Fetal Monitor Course every 2 years
• Current certification in American Academy of Pediatric Neonatal Resuscitation within 6 months of position and must maintain certification

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