The University of New Mexico, School of Medicine and Health Sciences Center is seeking a nurse-midwife candidate who will contribute actively to the climate of diversity and inclusivity.  We invite applications for an Open Rank, Open Track position in Midwifery.  UNM Obstetrics and Gynecology’s Midwifery Division has a busy clinical practice and is active in education.

The position will manage women's health care, focusing particularly on pregnancy, childbirth, the postpartum period, care of the newborn, and the family planning and gynecologic needs of women.  The position will practice within the health care system and perform consultation, collaborative management, or referral, as indicated by the health status of the client.  The position will practice in accord with the Standards for the Practice of Midwifery, as defined by the American College of Nurse-Midwives.  The candidate hired will be expected to participate in the education and training of student nurse midwives and other advanced practice providers, medical students, residents and fellows in the clinical setting.  Classroom education of these learners may also be a possibility.  A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

The University of New Mexico, Health Sciences Center is the largest academic health complex in the state. HSC combines its four mission areas – education, research, patient care and community outreach – to provide New Mexicans with the highest level of healthcare.  The School of Medicine at HSC is celebrated for its innovation in medical education and has earned a reputation for making diversity in the physician workforce a priority.  The lifestyle is also very attractive: Albuquerque, a beautiful city with mountains to the east and a mesa to the west, is renowned for its fantastic weather.  Outdoor activities are abundant, and the cost of living is moderate, while offering all the amenities of a large city.  The State of New Mexico is multicultural and diverse with excellent local cuisine, breathtaking sunsets, multiple cultural and historic sites, lakes, rivers, deserts and mountains.

This position offers competitive compensation (salary commensurate with experience) and a benefits package to include health, professional liability and disability insurance, relocation support, retirement plan, and CME support.

Minimum Requirements:

• Eligible to work in the United States
• Master’s degree (MSN)
• Participation in the Certificate Maintenance Program with the American Midwifery Certification Board (or eligible).
• CNM license with New Mexico Department of Health (or eligible), or RN license with New Mexico Board of Nursing (or eligible).
• State of New Mexico Board of Pharmacy certification
• Federal DEA registration (or eligible)

Preferred Requirements

• Experience teaching adult learners
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary environment
• Interest in participating in clinical research
• At least one-year clinical experience working in academic medical center
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.