UVA Health is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife to join a growing OBGYN team where midwifery care is valued, visible, and deeply connected to the needs of the community. This is an opportunity to practice full-scope midwifery in a high-resource academic medical center while caring for patients across prenatal, labor and delivery, postpartum, and gynecologic settings. As part of UVA Health’s OBGYN Department, you will join an established midwifery practice group expanding from nine to ten midwives to support increasing delivery volumes and expanded in-house coverage.
This role is designed for a CNM who is energized by autonomous practice, thoughtful collaboration, clinical complexity, and teaching the next generation of clinicians . The Role In this full-time role, you will provide comprehensive midwifery care across outpatient clinic and inpatient labor and delivery environments. You will manage your own patient panel, support patients through pregnancy and birth, and collaborate with OB-GYN physicians, Maternal Fetal Medicine specialists, nursing teams, social workers, NICU teams, newborn teams, and community doulas.
The schedule averages 40 hours per week and includes clinic, labor and delivery coverage, nights, and weekends. Scheduling is approached with attention to work-life balance, team collaboration, and family needs , while supporting the clinical demands of a growing practice. This is a clinically rich position for a midwife who enjoys both independence and team-based care.
The practice supports patients with a wide range of needs, including higher-acuity obstetrical care, patients affected by social determinants of health, Medicaid and financial assistance populations, commercially insured patients, refugee populations, Spanish-speaking patients, and patients requiring Pashtu or Dari interpreter services. In an average day, you may: Provide full-scope midwifery care , including prenatal visits, labor and delivery management, postpartum care, gynecologic care, and patient education Independently manage midwifery patient panels once established competencies are achieved Conduct OB and GYN visits in the outpatient setting Provide inpatient labor and delivery coverage, including nights and weekends shared equitably across the team Co-manage higher-acuity pregnancies with Maternal Fetal Medicine providers Collaborate closely with physicians, specialists, nurses, social workers, NICU teams, newborn teams, and doulas Teach residents and medical students in an academic clinical environment Participate in patient care planning and interdisciplinary decision-making Advanced Practice Provider Scope of Practice: Clinical Provides expert evidence-based, top-of-scope care in their clinical practice Acts as part of a specialty team, collaborating with other clinicians as appropriate Provides health education to patients Maintains accurate , timely , and thorough documentation Ensures compliance with institutional and regulatory standards Leadership Supports development of best practices and protocols in specialty Serves on committees and workgroups to enhance patient care Provides education to learners in the clinical space Mentors new team members Administration Contributes to clinical quality improvement work Participates in professional governance through the APP Council Attends team development meetings at local and departmental levels Professional Adheres to ASPIRE values in all professional interactions Maintains appropriate licenses , certifications, and specialty training competencies Participates in local, state, and national professional organizations http://app.uvahs.org/ Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.
All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen. Why UVA Health At UVA Health, APPs are integral members of interdisciplinary care teams and are trusted to bring expertise in direct clinical care, consultation, education, and continuous improvement. For a Certified Nurse Midwife, this environment offers the rare combination of academic medicine, advanced specialty resources, autonomous practice development, and meaningful community impact .
UVA Health is an integrated academic health system that includes a world-class academic medical center, a Level I trauma center, a Level IV NICU, UVA Health Children’s, and an extensive network of primary and specialty care clinics. UVA Health is also recognized for its Magnet culture, Baby-Friendly designation for UVA Women’s Services, and commitment to teaching, research, innovation, and patient-centered care. This CNM opportunity stands out because it offers: The only hospital-based midwifery practice in the region , attracting patients who are intentionally seeking midwifery care A formal pathway for autonomous midwifery practice , allowing established midwives to independently manage patient panels A true full-scope CNM role spanning OB, GYN, inpatient, and outpatient care Strong collaboration with OB-GYN Generalists, Maternal Fetal Medicine, NICU, nursing, social work, newborn teams, and community doulas Access to UVA’s Center for Advanced Practice , including opportunities to influence APP practice, governance, and professional advocacy Academic teaching opportunities with residents and medical students Growth through committees, research participation, clinical leadership, and expanded procedural competencies Potential training in colposcopy, circumcision, and additional gynecologic procedures based on interest A collaborative midwifery team culture focused on retention, satisfaction, and sustainable practice Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
Why People Love Living in Charlottesville Charlottesville offers a blend of natural beauty, culture, community, and livability that makes it especially appealing for healthcare professionals and their families. Set near the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area offers easy access to hiking, wineries, local farms, music, arts, restaurants, and a vibrant downtown, while still maintaining the feel of a connected and welcoming community.
For clinicians who want meaningful academic medical work without sacrificing quality of life, Charlottesville offers a strong balance of professional opportunity, outdoor access, cultural depth, and everyday ease. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master’s degree.
Department and unit specific.
License or license eligible as an Advance Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Associate, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, and Certified Nurse Midwife) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Health System, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and appropriate certifying bodies.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required, specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required, specific to position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The pay range for this role is $122,783.00 - $174,595.20 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Benefits Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts Certification and education support Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.
S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers.
UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U. S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation.
Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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