Job Description
Why Mile Bluff Medical Center?
Mile Bluff Medical Center is a place where people come first. Our team is comprised of caring, patient-centered professionals serving pediatric through geriatric populations in our rural community. Our not-for-profit organization prides itself on providing state-of-the-art healthcare services, a positive work environment, and a team where employees feel valued and supported. Mile Bluff is an independent organization that offers competitive wages, great benefits and the opportunity for growth. Mile Bluff makes decisions for its employees and patients locally without relying on a large health system in another community.
Job Responsibilities
Mile Bluff Medical Center is seeking a qualified Certified Nurse Midwife to join a gynecologist and group of family physicians practicing obstetrics. The nurse midwife works independently in the clinic and hospital setting, but follows a collaborative care practice model. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and experienced nurse-midwife who enjoys partnering with patients, families, and physicians as well as connecting with strong local community supports for birthing families.
The Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) delivers a full range of healthcare services for women, including care for the well woman, gynecological and family planning services, preconception care, care during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period, care for the well newborn and performs first assist in cesarean sections as needed. CNMs provide initial and ongoing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment. They will conduct physical examinations; prescribe medications; admit, manage and discharge patients; order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests, and order the use of medical devices. Midwifery care also includes health promotion, disease prevention, and individualized wellness education and counseling.
Required Qualifications
- Experience as a Certified Nurse Midwife, preferred
- Active & Unrestricted Wisconsin CNM & RN Licensure
- Current BLS, ALSO, & NRP certifications
- Masters degree in nursing
- Successful completion of a nurse midwifery program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery & Education (ACME)
- Certification by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) or actively seeking initial certification
Location Description
With a population of 4,500, Mauston maintains a small town feel while being surrounded by unique recreational and cultural experiences. Located on the Lemonweir River and next door to Wisconsin's second and fourth largest lakes, Petenwell and Castle Rock Lake, our community finds you surrounded by natural wonder, wildlife and a rich variety of outdoor recreation. Mauston is centrally located in southwestern Wisconsin on Interstate 90-94, approximately 73 miles to Madison, 140 miles to Milwaukee, and 215 miles to each Chicago and Minneapolis.
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