CNM - OBGYN - Duluth, MN

Description

:The Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, provides comprehensive, patient centered care to women across the lifespan, supporting the attainment and maintenance of optimal health for individuals with essentially normal pregnancies and gynecologic needs. This role encompasses antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum care, as well as gynecologic services, health maintenance, and management of minor acute illnesses. Responsibilities include conducting initial and ongoing assessments to determine appropriateness for midwifery care; providing individualized prenatal education; and collaborating with licensed health care providers as needed to ensure comprehensive, high quality care. The CNM delivers routine prenatal care, including monitoring vital signs, fetal growth and development, and laboratory results, while addressing the physical, nutritional, and emotional needs of the patient and their family. The role also involves attending and supporting the natural process of labor and birth, providing postpartum care to the mother, completing initial newborn assessments, and offering education, guidance, and referrals to community resources related to childbirth preparation, breastfeeding, nutrition, exercise, parenting, and newborn care. Care is delivered in alignment with age related guidelines and a strong commitment to patient education, advocacy, and shared decision making.

Education Qualifications:

PRACTICE SPECIFICS:

• Opportunity to work within a collaborative, high‑volume OB practice, with care provided under a collaborative agreement with physicians and increasing autonomy as the midwifery model continues to develop.
• Join a team of experienced Certified Nurse Midwives who manage their own patient panels and provide continuity of care through delivery, with a shared goal of building a fully independent midwifery program.
• Supportive, collegial, and highly engaged team culture that values collaboration and mutual respect.
• Be part of a comprehensive care team consisting of 14 physicians, 7 midwives, 4 genetic counselors, 3 nurse practitioners, 1 physician assistant, and 35 additional team members, all committed to working together to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

LOCATIONS:

OB/GYN Department - Duluth Clinic – 1st Street

(Potential outreach locations in the Twin Ports Area)

SCHEDULE:

• FTE position
• Practice includes clinic, hospital coverage, and potential on‑call responsibilities for laboring patients
• Participation in weekend and call rotation
• Call shifts are not included in the assigned FTE and are compensated separately, with additional pay when called in

Apply online at

For more information, please contact:
Alissa Notenberg, Physician and Advanced Practice Recruiter
Email:

*Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

EDUCATION & LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a master degree and certified registered nurse midwifery program as approved by the American College of Nurse Midwives.
• Current licensure as a registered nurse in MN
• Current certification in CPR.
• National certification from the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB).
• Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.

FTE:

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$70, - $98,492.16Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.