Certified Nurse Midwife, Sparta, NJ
Company: Atlantic Health System
Location: Sparta
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Atlantic Health System is Seeking a Certified Nurse
Midwife for a Great Opportunity in New Jersey Atlantic Health
System, one of New Jersey's largest non-profit healthcare networks,
is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to join our
interdisciplinary healthcare team at 89 Sparta Ave, Suite 205,
Sparta NJ 07871. Our medical team consists of board-certified
obstetricians, neonatology specialists, anesthesiology specialists,
maternal-fetal specialists and pediatricians are supported by
specially trained nurses, nurse practitioners and midwives. The CNM
in the ambulatory practice and inpatient setting functions as an
integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in
providing direct patient care under the supervision of a physician.
The CNM performs patient assessments in both the outpatient and
inpatient settings, participates in diagnosis of health status,
develops plans of care, and implementation of treatment.
Participates in OB hospital call and performs obstetrical and
gynecological care/procedures as needed. Documents in the patient
medical records, discharge summaries for collaborating and
referring physicians. Participates in performance improvement and
patient safety initiatives. Participates as required in department
meetings and special projects, including additional activities as
outlined in the APN/Physician agreement. Inpatient Setting (Labor &
Delivery unit) • Attends the patient throughout the course of
labor, monitors the fetus condition, administers medications,
notifies physician of prolonged labor or complications indicating
need for possible surgical intervention • Evaluating progression of
labor • Collaborating with other clinicians on L&D with
emergencies; assisting with C-sections, placing Fetal Scalp
Electrode (FSE), Intrauterine Pressure Catheter (IUPC) • Evaluating
Pre -Term Labor (PTL); Rupture of Membrane (ROM); any Emergency
evaluations for pregnant women over 28w • Post-Partum care:
providing hospital based post-partum care; triaging; evaluating any
Post-Partum (PP) emergencies such as Post - Partum Hemorrhage
(PPH); Post-Partum Hypertension (PP-HTN) • Ability to take hospital
call for OB deliveries and round on patients in the hospital as
necessary • Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate
office/hospital need, including evenings if appropriate • Ability
to travel to additional offices • Participates in practice on call
duties as required by department • Participates in hospital
weekend/holiday coverage as required by department Ambulatory
Office based care: • Performing routine gynecological care, testing
for and diagnosing various medical conditions. • Ordering,
performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests, and prescribing
treatments. Implements pharmacological and non-pharmacological
interventions for patients within the framework of state licensure
and hospital privileges • Antepartum maternal care: amenorrhea
visit, initial and routine prenatal visits and education. •
Preparing birthing individuals & families for labor and delivery
and assisting with the birthing process • Assisting mothers and
families through attempts to conceive, pregnancy, and
post-pregnancy care. • Counseling and educating male and female
patients on contraceptives, reproductive health, and family
planning. • Complete Postpartum care including lactation support.
Other responsibilities: • Independently prioritizes daily tasks and
assignments. Identifies and recommends opportunities for
improvement to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes. Responds
to urgent and unplanned situations appropriately • Demonstrates
interpersonal and communication skills that result in effective
information exchange with patients, patients’ families, physicians,
professional associates, and other individuals within the health
care system. Initiate consultation and referrals to appropriate
specialty providers when indicated. Collaborates with other
disciplines in consultation, teaching, management, and research
activities to improve outcomes in nursing practice and enhance the
healthcare environment. • The certified nurse midwife engages in
critical analysis of their own practice experience, the medical
literature, and other information resources for the purposes of
self and practice improvement. CNMs must be able to assess,
evaluate, and improve their patient care practices. They seek
feedback on role performance from peers, professional colleagues,
patients, family members and other team members. Pursues and
participates in formal and independent learning activities to
enhance knowledge, clinical competency, and professional
development. • Additional activities as outlined in the
collaborative agreement with physician • Supports the overall
strategic goals of the clinical practice care area, AMG, the AHS
hospital sites, Atlantic Visiting Nurse, and the system. •
Exemplifies and fosters the AHS P.R.I.D.E. values in their clinical
practice: Purpose, Respect, Innovation, Diversity, and Inclusion,
and Extraordinary Caring. Qualifications Qualifications: Certified
by the American Midwifery Certification Board Must be licensed as a
registered nurse (RN) or eligible for licensure in New Jersey BLS
certification required 3-5 years experience preferred Strong work
ethic and a team player who can work independently Benefits
Competitive salary Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and
vision plans 403b retirement plan with company match Comprehensive
Malpractice Policy Non-Profit Health System – eligible for Federal
Student Loan Forgiveness Time Off incremental to PTO days Tuition
reimbursement for Advanced Degrees Outstanding growth & mentorship
opportunities Please apply to learn more about this
opportunity.
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