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APP Midwife - OBGYN

US Oncology Inc., Walnut Creek, CA, United States


Overview
HOURLY RATE:

$87.00 - $90.00

Position Summary:

Ob‑Gyn Specialists, Inc. is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) licensed in the State of California to provide comprehensive women’s healthcare within their independent scope of practice, while collaborating with OB‑GYN physicians for consultation, referral, and continuity of care as clinically indicated.

Responsibilities
Scope of Practice & Responsibilities:

Practice as a Licensed Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) under the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)

Provide care with physician supervision, while maintaining professional collaboration with OB‑GYN physicians

Practice autonomously within the CNM scope, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of women’s health conditions

Women’s Health & Midwifery Services

Provide full‑scope midwifery care, including:

Prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care for low‑to moderate‑risk pregnancies

Postpartum follow‑up, including breastfeeding support

Exams and preventive care

Family planning, contraception (including IUDs and implants), and preconception counseling

Menopause and perimenopause management

Gynecologic evaluations for routine and selected acute conditions

Identify and refer high‑risk conditions to OB‑GYN physicians and specialists per clinical guidelines

Prescriptive Authority

Prescribe, furnish, and administer medications in accordance with California law

Maintain and utilize:

Furnishing Number

DEA registration (Schedules II–V as applicable)

Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and procedures related to scope of practice

Collaboration & Care Coordination

Work in a collaborative practice model with OB‑GYN physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary providers

Participate in case reviews, clinical meetings, and quality improvement initiatives

Coordinate referrals, imaging, labs, and continuity of care across settings

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR in compliance with:

California BRN regulations

Practice policies

Federal and state healthcare regulations

Participate in peer review, quality assurance, and continuing education activities

Qualifications
Required Qualifications (California‑Specific)

Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) certification through AMCB

Current, unrestricted California RN and CNM license

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nurse‑Midwifery

California Nurse‑Midwife Furnishing Number

Active DEA license (or eligibility to obtain)

Eligibility for hospital privileges (if applicable)

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in a California OB‑GYN group or hospital‑based practice

Familiarity with California scope, documentation, and billing practicesExperience working collaboratively with physician‑led teams

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