The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife or Nurse Practitioner to provide care in the Perinatal Evaluation Center. This role involves triage and emergency assessment of pregnant and postpartum patients, with shifts scheduled on a day and night basis, including weekends and holidays. The position offers an opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to high-quality obstetric care and population health.

Responsibilities

• Provide triage and emergency assessment for pregnant and postpartum patients in the Perinatal Evaluation Center.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and support staff to develop individualized care plans.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team including OB/GYN, Maternal Fetal Medicine physicians, Neonatologists, Midwives, and Residents.
• Participate in patient care activities during scheduled day and night shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Follow hospital protocols and standards for obstetric emergency care.
• Report to the Perinatal Nurse Manager and collaborate with the overseeing OB/GYN attending or laborist.
• Maintain clinical skills through hospital continuing education programs as required.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the department.

Compensation

• Salary-based compensation model.
• W-2 tax status.
• No loan assistance offered.

Benefits

• No health insurance coverage offered.
• No employer retirement contributions.

Shift & Schedule

• Variable schedule including day and night shifts.
• Shifts include weekends and holidays, scheduled to meet patient care needs.

Requirements

• Master of Arts or Science degree in Nursing or higher (e.g., DNP).
• Current certification as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner or Certified Nurse Midwife by the American Midwifery Certification Board.
• Active prescriptive authority.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Minimum of 2.5 years of relevant clinical experience; CNMs must be reviewed and approved by the Credentials Committee and Medical Board.
• Experience with resident training and education is a plus.
• Commitment to diversity and population health principles.