Certified Nurse Midwife / Instructor / Senior Instructor / Assistant Professor i
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, United States
Job Summary
The University of Colorado College of Nursing seeks a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) / Certified Midwife (CM) / Instructor / Senior Instructor / Assistant Professor to join the Clinical Practice Track (Open Rank). This 1.0 FTE, benefits‑eligible position is based at the Center for Midwifery (CFM) faculty practice in Aurora, CO on the Anschutz Medical Campus. It is a clinically based role that includes full‑scope care—antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, well‑woman, and gynecological services—within a health‑care provider setting and an instructor‑level, clinical practice track faculty appointment.
Faculty Practice Description
The Center for Midwifery is a private practice model that provides holistic, person‑centered care. Services include individualized care, alternative labor/birth options, childbirth education, lactation services, mental health services, water birth, and referrals to specialized care. The practice offers full‑scope midwifery care to patients at two locations, with births occurring at the University of Colorado Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The midwife will participate in an established midwifery service with a long history of successful care within the University of Colorado system.
Supervision
Supervision Received
– Work is performed independently under the general direction and authority of the CFM Clinical Lead.
Supervision Exercised
– No supervision exercised.
Responsibilities
Provide full‑scope care to the gynecologic, antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patient.
Provide care in the outpatient clinic, OBED, and intrapartum unit.
Utilize limited obstetric ultrasound skills in the outpatient and inpatient setting.
Attend monthly practice meetings and participate in a minimum of one practice and/or College of Nursing committees.
Educate health‑care team students (APPs, medical students, residents) and actively participate in student evaluations.
Provide water birth option to low‑risk patients.
Participate in practice development, promotion, and community outreach.
Active participation in health plan contracts.
Remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Location
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Benefits
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
Qualifications
Instructor
Master's degree in midwifery from an accredited institution of higher education.
Current AMCB certification.
Current RN, APN and RxN licensures in good standing (Any State) or applicable certified midwife professional license.
Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA – must have Colorado licensures by date of hire.
Senior Instructor
Master's degree in midwifery from an accredited institution of higher education.
Current AMCB certification.
Current RN, APN and RxN licensures in good standing (Any State) or applicable certified midwife professional license.
Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA – must have Colorado licensures by date of hire.
Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.
Demonstrated experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.
Assistant Professor
Master's degree in midwifery from an accredited institution of higher education.
Doctoral degree in nursing, midwifery, an appropriate area of science, or a related area from an accredited institution of higher education.
Current AMCB certification.
Current RN, APN and RxN licensures in good standing (Any State) or applicable certified midwife professional license.
Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA – must have Colorado licensures by date of hire.
Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.
Demonstrated experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.
Conditions of Employment
Must be willing and able to obtain current AMCB certification by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to provide full scope contraceptive services and counseling on abortion services.
Must be willing and able to obtain Colorado RN, APN, RxN licenses or applicable certified midwife professional license by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to obtain current board certification as a CNM by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to obtain current DEA license within 18 months of hire.
Must be willing and able to obtain valid NPI number by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to obtain valid Colorado Medicaid Provider number by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to complete CAQH and all credentialing requirements by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to obtain current BLS/CPR certification by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to actively participate in health plan contracts.
Must be willing and able to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.
Must be willing and able to work in a normal patient care environment with some exposure to biological hazards and infectious diseases.
Must be willing and able to work extra shifts if and when necessary to cover practice needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Current, active DEA Licensure.
Experienced in water birth and alternative labor/birth options.
Experience working in a high patient volume and/or high‑acuity patient setting.
Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary clinical care teams.
Competencies
Exceptional independent judgment to monitor and respond to changes in a client’s condition.
Interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients and other members of the health‑care team.
Skilled in the use of electronic medical health record.
Excellent knowledge of and ability to perform clinical teaching.
Ability to effectively develop and promote practice.
Strong collaborative nature.
Willingness and ability to actively participate in health plan contracts.
Ability to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.
Pay Range
$102,249 – $117,587 annually at Instructor of Clinical Practice/CNM.
$103,272 – $118,762 annually at Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice/CNM.
$104,294 – $119,938 annually at Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice/CNM.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.
Background Check Statement
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine‑preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety‑sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The University of Colorado College of Nursing seeks a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) / Certified Midwife (CM) / Instructor / Senior Instructor / Assistant Professor to join the Clinical Practice Track (Open Rank). This 1.0 FTE, benefits‑eligible position is based at the Center for Midwifery (CFM) faculty practice in Aurora, CO on the Anschutz Medical Campus. It is a clinically based role that includes full‑scope care—antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, well‑woman, and gynecological services—within a health‑care provider setting and an instructor‑level, clinical practice track faculty appointment.
Faculty Practice Description
The Center for Midwifery is a private practice model that provides holistic, person‑centered care. Services include individualized care, alternative labor/birth options, childbirth education, lactation services, mental health services, water birth, and referrals to specialized care. The practice offers full‑scope midwifery care to patients at two locations, with births occurring at the University of Colorado Hospital on the Anschutz Medical Campus. The midwife will participate in an established midwifery service with a long history of successful care within the University of Colorado system.
Supervision
Supervision Received
– Work is performed independently under the general direction and authority of the CFM Clinical Lead.
Supervision Exercised
– No supervision exercised.
Responsibilities
Provide full‑scope care to the gynecologic, antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patient.
Provide care in the outpatient clinic, OBED, and intrapartum unit.
Utilize limited obstetric ultrasound skills in the outpatient and inpatient setting.
Attend monthly practice meetings and participate in a minimum of one practice and/or College of Nursing committees.
Educate health‑care team students (APPs, medical students, residents) and actively participate in student evaluations.
Provide water birth option to low‑risk patients.
Participate in practice development, promotion, and community outreach.
Active participation in health plan contracts.
Remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Location
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Benefits
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
Qualifications
Instructor
Master's degree in midwifery from an accredited institution of higher education.
Current AMCB certification.
Current RN, APN and RxN licensures in good standing (Any State) or applicable certified midwife professional license.
Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA – must have Colorado licensures by date of hire.
Senior Instructor
Master's degree in midwifery from an accredited institution of higher education.
Current AMCB certification.
Current RN, APN and RxN licensures in good standing (Any State) or applicable certified midwife professional license.
Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA – must have Colorado licensures by date of hire.
Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.
Demonstrated experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.
Assistant Professor
Master's degree in midwifery from an accredited institution of higher education.
Doctoral degree in nursing, midwifery, an appropriate area of science, or a related area from an accredited institution of higher education.
Current AMCB certification.
Current RN, APN and RxN licensures in good standing (Any State) or applicable certified midwife professional license.
Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA – must have Colorado licensures by date of hire.
Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.
Demonstrated experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.
Conditions of Employment
Must be willing and able to obtain current AMCB certification by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to provide full scope contraceptive services and counseling on abortion services.
Must be willing and able to obtain Colorado RN, APN, RxN licenses or applicable certified midwife professional license by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to obtain current board certification as a CNM by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to obtain current DEA license within 18 months of hire.
Must be willing and able to obtain valid NPI number by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to obtain valid Colorado Medicaid Provider number by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to complete CAQH and all credentialing requirements by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to obtain current BLS/CPR certification by date of hire.
Must be willing and able to actively participate in health plan contracts.
Must be willing and able to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.
Must be willing and able to work in a normal patient care environment with some exposure to biological hazards and infectious diseases.
Must be willing and able to work extra shifts if and when necessary to cover practice needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Current, active DEA Licensure.
Experienced in water birth and alternative labor/birth options.
Experience working in a high patient volume and/or high‑acuity patient setting.
Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary clinical care teams.
Competencies
Exceptional independent judgment to monitor and respond to changes in a client’s condition.
Interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients and other members of the health‑care team.
Skilled in the use of electronic medical health record.
Excellent knowledge of and ability to perform clinical teaching.
Ability to effectively develop and promote practice.
Strong collaborative nature.
Willingness and ability to actively participate in health plan contracts.
Ability to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.
Pay Range
$102,249 – $117,587 annually at Instructor of Clinical Practice/CNM.
$103,272 – $118,762 annually at Senior Instructor of Clinical Practice/CNM.
$104,294 – $119,938 annually at Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice/CNM.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.
Background Check Statement
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine‑preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety‑sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
#J-18808-Ljbffr