Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Soledad, CA
Magnet Medical
5x8 hrs, Days

The Registered Nurse Midwife (often referred to as Certified Nurse Midwife or CNM) provides comprehensive care to women throughout pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum periods. This role involves offering both prenatal and postnatal care, assisting with deliveries, and educating women and families about family planning, childbirth, and reproductive health. The RN Midwife works in collaboration with obstetricians, gynecologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care and ensure the safety and well-being of both mother and baby.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prenatal Care:

   • Conduct routine prenatal visits to monitor maternal health, fetal growth, and development.
   • Perform physical exams, assess blood pressure, weight, and fetal heart tones, and order necessary lab tests (e.g., blood work, ultrasounds).
   • Provide education on nutrition, exercise, and self-care during pregnancy.
   • Identify risk factors or complications in pregnancy and collaborate with obstetricians or other specialists as needed.

2. Labor and Delivery Support:

   • Assist and support women during labor and delivery, providing emotional, physical, and educational support throughout the process.
   • Monitor the progress of labor, including the frequency and intensity of contractions, fetal heart rate, and maternal vital signs.
   • Offer pain management options, such as natural pain relief methods or assist with epidural placement or other medical interventions as needed.
   • Perform deliveries within the scope of practice, including vaginal deliveries, and manage complications if they arise.
   • Coordinate with obstetricians and other specialists for interventions, such as cesarean sections or emergency procedures.

3. Postpartum Care:

   • Provide postpartum care for mothers and newborns, including monitoring vital signs, helping with breastfeeding initiation, and supporting emotional recovery.
   • Educate mothers on infant care, breastfeeding techniques, and self-care practices after childbirth.
   • Assist with family planning counseling, including contraception options and advice on recovery post-delivery.
   • Monitor for signs of postpartum complications, including hemorrhage, infection, or depression, and take appropriate action.

4. Patient Education and Counseling:

   • Educate patients about childbirth options, including natural birth, pain management choices, and potential interventions.
   • Provide counseling on women’s health, including contraception, menstrual cycles, menopause, and sexual health.
   • Offer advice on prenatal vitamins, lifestyle choices, and health management to ensure a healthy pregnancy and delivery.
   • Support women in making informed decisions about their care, birth plans, and any necessary medical interventions.

5. Collaboration with Healthcare Team:

   • Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians, gynecologists, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.
   • Participate in regular team meetings to discuss patient care, share insights, and review any complex cases or challenges.
   • Work with other healthcare professionals to provide continuity of care and ensure that patient needs are met throughout the pregnancy and after delivery.

6. Documentation and Record-Keeping:

   • Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including prenatal visits, delivery notes, postpartum care, and follow-up plans.
   • Document all interventions, assessments, and patient interactions in the electronic health record (EHR) system according to hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

7. Emergency Care and Risk Management:

   • Recognize and respond to emergencies, such as fetal distress, maternal hemorrhage, or labor complications, quickly and effectively.
   • Perform basic life support (BLS) and assist with advanced care protocols as needed in emergency situations.
   • Ensure that all appropriate measures are taken for high-risk pregnancies and assist in managing preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, or other pregnancy-related conditions.

8. Health Promotion and Community Outreach:

   • Engage in community outreach and health promotion activities related to women’s health and maternal care.
   • Provide educational seminars, workshops, and resources to women on topics such as prenatal care, childbirth preparation, and postpartum health.
   • Support initiatives aimed at improving access to prenatal care and reducing health disparities in underserved populations.