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Posted: 27-Mar-26
Location: Madison, Wisconsin
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Internal Number: 1126523
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to join our OB/GYN inpatient team working nights and weekends.
This role is ideal for CNMs who are passionate about hospital based obstetric care and thrive in a collaborative, high acuity environment.
This is a 100% inpatient position with no outpatient clinic responsibilities.
Position Overview:
The Certified Nurse Midwife will provide comprehensive inpatient obstetric and gynecologic care, supporting labor and delivery services while collaborating closely with OB/GYN physicians, maternal fetal medicine specialists, residents, and nursing staff.
This role focuses on labor management, triage, and inpatient consultations, offering the opportunity to practice at the top of your license in a supportive, academic-affiliated environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and support labor and delivery patients
- Perform patient assessments in obstetric triage
- Assist with cesarean sections
- Provide gynecology consults for inpatient and emergency department patients
- Conduct postpartum rounding, including weekend day shifts
- Manage phone communications for antepartum and postpartum patients
- Collaborate with OB/GYN physicians, MFMs, residents, and nursing leadership
Participate in high-quality, evidence-based obstetric care aligned with ACOG and SMFM standards
Schedule & FTE:
- 0.8 FTE (32 hours/week)
- Night shifts: Monday to Friday 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- Weekend shifts: Saturday to Sunday 7:00 AM – 7:00 AM
- Minimum of one weekend per month
- No call schedule
- Shift based role only (no travel required)
- Workload may vary; on call OB/GYN physician backup is available for high volume or complex cases
- Some scheduling flexibility available
Practice Environment & Team:
- Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialists
- OB/GYN generalists
- Nocturnists
- Certified Nurse Midwives
- Surgical APPs and clinic based APPs
Requirements:
- Master's degree and advanced certifications
- One year nursing experience
- State of Work Location: Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS-HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- AND Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration or RN Compact State License
- AND Certified Midwife (CM) - American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB)
- AND Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
CNMs maintain independent clinical practices, including triage, deliveries, and rounding, within a highly collaborative and supportive care model.
About SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison:At SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital – Madison, our goal is to serve the community and play an active role in it. For the third consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report recognized SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison as one of the best hospitals in Wisconsin (2024-2025). Forbes has also named SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison as one of their 2026 Top Hospitals.
Serving South Central Wisconsin since 1912, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison is a 440-bed hospital that offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient treatment and diagnostic services. St. Mary's Hospital is an American College of Surgeons-verified Level II Trauma Center, a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, and has a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Community Description:Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, is a vibrant city known for its blend of natural beauty and vibrant urban life. Nestled between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, the city is home to the University of Wisconsin–Madison and enjoys a lively atmosphere fueled by innovation, education, and cultural diversity. Madison boasts an award-winning food scene, expansive beautiful park systems, and a commitment to sustainability that enhances the quality of life. Whether you're savoring local flavors, enjoying live music, or embracing the city's commitment to sustainability, you'll find a welcoming and dynamic environment that feels like home.
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