Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)

Full-Time | Day Shift (10 Hours)
Department: Willow Women’s Health Clinic
Pay Range: $75.81 – $113.71 per hour
Benefits Eligible

Make a Meaningful Impact in Women's Health

At Kaweah Health, we believe exceptional care begins with exceptional people. As a publicly owned, community-based healthcare organization serving the greater Visalia area of Central California, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality care that strengthens the health of our community.

With more than 5,000 employees, 613 beds, and an eight-campus healthcare district, Kaweah Health offers advanced medical care through our acute care hospital, specialty health centers, and community clinics—ensuring patients receive comprehensive care across the entire continuum of health services.

Working here means being part of something bigger. Our region has significant healthcare needs, and that makes the work we do every day even more meaningful. Together, we strive to make a lasting difference in the lives of our patients, our families, and our community.

Position Overview

Under a collaborative agreement with a physician, the Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) provides prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum medical care, as well as treatment and education for obstetrical and gynecological patients in accordance with established midwifery practice guidelines.

This role supports patients throughout the continuum of women's health while working in partnership with physicians and a multidisciplinary care team.

What You'll Do

Clinical Care

• Provide prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care for low-risk and at-risk obstetrical and gynecological patients.

• Assess, diagnose, and manage patient care using accepted clinical standards.

• Collaborate with physicians and specialists such as Maternal Fetal Medicine when higher-risk cases require additional management.

• Deliver outpatient and inpatient obstetrical care in accordance with hospital protocols.

Patient Evaluation & Treatment

• Obtain comprehensive health histories and physical examinations.

• Order and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests.

• Explain procedures, preparation, and expected outcomes to patients and families.

Patient Education & Continuity of Care

• Provide well-woman care and education across the life cycle.

• Assist with referral follow-up and coordinate care with referral sources.

• Deliver discharge instructions and ensure appropriate follow-up care.

Team Collaboration & Quality Care

• Participate in OB/GYN call rotation with MD/DO backup.

• Maintain high-quality patient documentation and records.

• Participate in quality improvement and assurance initiatives.

• Support staff and student education.

• Participate in accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities.

Research & Evidence-Based Practice

• Utilize current research and evidence-based decision-making in clinical practice.

• Support IRB-approved clinical research and trials when applicable.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in a team-based approach to patient care, ensuring effective communication and continuity of care.

• Initiate emergency stabilization interventions with the rapid response team when necessary.

• Support development and review of policies, procedures, and standing orders.

• Provide culturally responsive care that respects cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age-specific needs.

Qualifications

Required Licenses & Certifications

• California Registered Nurse (RN)

• California Nurse Midwife License

• Nurse Midwife Furnishing Number or Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number

• Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) – American Midwifery Certification Board

• DEA Registration

• BLS Certification

Education

Preferred: Master’s Degree

Experience

Required: One year of experience as a Certified Nurse Midwife

Additional Requirements

Credentialing through the Medical Staff Interdisciplinary Practice Committee is required.

Why Join Kaweah Health?

Working at Kaweah Health means joining a team that values compassion, collaboration, and excellence in care. Our providers are empowered to practice at the top of their license while making a meaningful impact on the health of our community.

If you want to use your skills alongside professionals who approach each day with purpose, compassion, and dedication, this is where you belong.