Certified Nurse Midwife

At NorthBay Health, the Certified Nurse Midwife supports the NorthBay Obstetrics and Gynecology department in providing low risk antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum care, pre-conception, family planning, routine gynecology, and well woman care. The CNM will provide routine prenatal care to pregnant women from point of entry into care through delivery and the immediate post partum period. Care is provided under the direction of the supervising physician (CWH Medical Director, DOD and/or on-call OB Hospitalist)

                                                PRIMARY JOB DUTIES

1. Performs a patient medical history and physical and initial obstetric evaluation of patient at first prenatal visit.

2. Provides ongoing low risk prenatal care to women from point of entry into care through delivery.

3.   Identifies high risk obstetric problems and transfers care to appropriate physician or tertiary care center.

4. Provides post-partum care

5. Selects, performs and/or interprets the appropriate routine laboratory and diagnostic tests.

6. Reviews all lab and diagnostic results with patients. Reviews and follows up on any abnormal testing with patient.

7. Provides comprehensive family planning services to women.

8. Provides comprehensive well woman services according to annual health maintenance guidelines.

9.  Provides appropriate STD testing and treatment. Provides appropriate HIV testing and treatment/referral.

10. Requests specialty consultation as approved by supervising physician.

11. Provides routine gynecological services including preventative care, primary care for well women. 

12. Provides patient education, health counseling and guidance to patients.

13. Documents all care rendered in the medical record in a timely fashion. 

14. Completes and submits coded fee tickets for each patient encounter.

15. Prescribes medications as per protocol under the direction of the supervising physician.

16. Participates in data collection and outcome measurement to insure quality care being provided.

17. Assists Manager of Women’s Health and/or CWH Medical Director in the development and implementation of special projects and programs and assists in the monitoring of results.

18. Participates in the development of APRN Protocols/Policies.

19. Promotes a safe environment for staff, patients and family members.

20. Participates in CWH PQIP program.

21. Contributes to the positive patient care experience, every encounter, every time.

22. Has a clear understanding of the patient experience data that is collected for the CWH.

Education:  Master’s graduate of an accredited nursing program which includes a WHNP/Nurse Midwifery Program.       

Licensure/Credentials:  

• Current California licensure as a Certified Nurse Midwife

• Current NP licensure from any state or 5 years prior NP experience. 

• Board Certification by the American Midwifery Certification Board. 

• Current AHA or equivalent BLS card. 

• Maintains a current Furnishing Number for prescribing medications.

Experience:  

• Three (3) years’ experience as a Certified Nurse Midwife practicing in an active OB/GYN Practice. 

Skills: Demonstrates ability to evaluate patient’s physical and emotional status. Demonstrates ability to provide patient care based on age-related needs. Demonstrates current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in the following age groups: Adult, Young Adult, Adolescent, Pediatric, and Neonatal. Demonstrates clear credentials check through the AHP process.

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence. 

Compensation:  

• $93.00-113.00 per hour. Offered hourly rate based on years of experience.

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.

We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.

We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.

Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies

NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.

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