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Message From the President
Hello Friends,
Election time is here. It is time to cast your presidential, state, and local votes if you haven't already. This is an exciting, and anxiety-provoking time for many of us, so hopefully you are getting your self-care needs met. One of the lovely things about our beautiful state of California is how we can get outside and celebrate nature. Go outdoors if you can, hike, swim, walk, or do those things that bring you joy. Our chosen profession is not the easiest. It takes a lot of heart and dedication. So don't forget to rejuvenate yourself. We need camaraderie and solidarity in our work, now more than ever. I am enthusiastic about meeting with all of you in person and virtually for the CNMA Annual Meeting on November 9th, 2024. This is a great opportunity to come together with your midwife colleagues from across the state. We have many fantastic presenters lined up to help fuel our fires and provide new resources.
Additionally, you can sign up for a Two-Part Abortion Workshop the virtual abortion training and The in-person training, or the Breech Without Borders Hybrid Workshop both happening on Sunday, November 10th. The annual meeting will give us a chance to socialize with other midwives. Don't forget to bring your dancing shoes for the after-party on Saturday night! If you have not registered yet, don’t worry. Registration is still open! Don’t miss this opportunity to reignite your sense of purpose as a midwife and connect with other amazing midwives from across the state!
I can't wait to see you all at the Annual Meeting.
Respectfully yours,
Amita Graham
Amita Graham CNM, MPH, IBCLC
On Coming President, California Nurse-Midwives AssociationSave the Date
CNMA 2024 Annual Meeting – REGISTER NOW!
Join us for the 2024 CNMA Annual Meeting on November 9-10, 2024 at The Key Room in Novato, Marin County! Earn up to 31.5 ACNM CEs while reconnecting with old friends, networking with new friends, and soaking in all the energy and inspiration. And there will DEFINITELY be a dance party this year! This is what midwifery looks like!
DAY 1, November 9 – Register here:
Eliminating Racism-Based Disparities in Maternity Care
Kimberly Durdin, LM and Angela Sojobi, CNM
Midwifery Access California: A Statewide Effort to Improve Midwife-Led Care in Medi-Cal and Beyond (Read more about MACa here)
Liz Donnelly, CNM and Holly Smith, CNM
Updates in Breastfeeding and Lactation Care
Sarah Weinstein, MN, CNM, FACNM, IBCLC, PMH-C
A Call to Preceptors: Results of the Midwifery Student of Color Experiences in California Survey
Mayra-Lizzette Yniguez, CNM
Updates in Menopause Care
Elizabeth Kicko, CNM
Improving Partnership and Transfers from Community Birth: A Shared Responsibility (Read more about the CMQCC Community Birth Partnership Initiative here)
Holly Smith, CNM, MPH, FACNM
Beyond Zoloft: Midwifery Management of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Paris Maloof-Bury, MSN, CNM, IBCLC
DAY 2, November 10:
Choose from TWO options for day-long workshops:
Breech Without Borders Hybrid Workshop: from 8AM - 6 PM. 23.5 ACNM CEs. We are excited to offer a vaginal breech training with Kristine Lauria and guest instructor, Whitney Pinger! The training combines virtual lectures with a full day of hands-on simulation training. Register here!
Two Part Abortion Workshop: Join us in solidarity as we learn, network, and grow as providers! People in California NEED trained abortion providers--Please answer the call! This effort is supported by the Reproductive Health Service Corps. Scholarships available. Please contact info@cnma.org for more information.
8 AM - 12 PM, 4 CEs: The virtual abortion training covers counseling, medication abortion, telehealth abortion, and values clarification.
1 PM - 5 PM, 4 CEs: The in-person training meets the requirements under SB 1375, allowing nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners to provide first-trimester manual vacuum aspiration abortion care independently. The virtual training is a prerequisite to the in-person training.
WHERE TO STAY
1400 N Hamilton Parkway Novato, California 94949
CNMA has reserved a block of hotel rooms at the Courtyard Novato Marin/Sonoma Marriott for a discounted rate, with rooms from $139-$159/night.
Reserve your room now before they’re gone!
Health Policy Updates
Go to www.cnma.org/advocacy to catch up on health policy initiatives and an update on CNMA’s advocacy. One of our bills was signed by the Governor and another was vetoed.
UCSF Closure of the Masters in Midwifery:
In addition to the SF Chronicle’s front page coverage in June of the UCSF closure of the nurse-midwifery masters program, California Health Line published an article on Aug 26th highlighting this protested move by UCSF. CNMA, along with our partners at the Future of Abortion Council, has met with leadership from the School of Nursing to advocate for the importance of maintaining a master’s option for nurse-midwives. CNMA continues to actively advocate for a master’s pathway for nurse-midwives in northern California.
Midwifery Access California
Check out upcoming webinars in Midwifery Access California’s State of Midwifery webinar series at www.MidwiferyAccessCa.org/webinars
Dec 9 “Midwives and Doulas – what’s the difference?”
Dec
You can help midwifery advocacy efforts by subscribing to the MACa YouTube Channel at: www.YouTube.com/@MidwiferyAccessCA and share this link in your networks! If you have questions, contact the CNMA Health Policy Chair and Vice Chair at holly@midwiferyrising.org or LizDonnelly@gmail.com
Voting guides:
Join the CNMA Board of Directors!
CNMA Board Members are actively shaping the reproductive health landscape in California, and making huge strides in access to midwifery for people in California. The Board of Directors meet virtually on the third Wednesday evening of every month. Eligible candidates must be active members of CNMA. If you’re interested in serving on the board, please contact Paris Maloof-Bury at parisbury@gmail.com. We look forward to having you serve alongside us!
Treasurer (11/2024-11/2027)
Attend monthly Board of Directors (BOD) meetings
Perform all duties commonly incident to and vested in the office of Treasurer of a corporation, as well as all duties delegated by the President, including, but not limited to the administration of the fiscal and financial policies of the Affiliate.
Supervise the maintenance of accurate corporate books.
Act as custodian of the funds of the Affiliate and as signatory to the Corporation’s bank account in order to issue the checks and drafts of the Corporation as directed by the BOD.
Present itemized financial reports at each monthly meeting of the Affiliate.
Maintain a list of members with ACNM and Affiliate dues currently paid.
The Treasurer, in consultation with the President, is empowered to jointly approve expenditures under and up to a predetermined amount in accordance with the Standard Rules and Operating Procedures developed by the BOD.
Working w/CPA re: filing taxes, reviewing books, etc.
Receiving funds for the annual mtg.
Treasurer is a voting member of the BOD.
3 year term: 2 years as Treasurer, followed by one year as Immediate Past Treasurer (the “Immediate Past” role is non-voting).
Southern California Representative (11/2024-11/2027)
Attend monthly Board of Directors (BOD) meetings
Keep in touch with the regional chapters so the regional director knows what is going on.
Act as a voice for the members to the BOD.
Establish two-way communication with regional chapter chairs and members to update them on affiliate issues, as well as bring issues, comments, needs and requests from regional members to the BOD.
Take initiative regarding events in their region and develop relationships with the members of the region, including participation at local chapter meetings, when possible.
They are encouraged to be involved in fundraising efforts in their region.
Take a leadership role in organizing in-district visits when it comes to grassroots advocacy/legislation.
Regional Reps are voting members of the BOD.
3 year term : 2 years as Regional Rep, followed by one year as Immediate Past Regional Rep (the “Immediate Past” role is non-voting).
Representative from Under-Represented Group (11/2024-11/2027)
Attend monthly Board of Directors (BOD) meetings
Ideally have a well developed understanding of the Reproductive Justice Framework
Be in community and connection with the members of the under-represented community/communities whose voice they are elevating. Bring awareness to the specific needs of these communities to the BOD and act as a voice for the members to the BOD
Attend their local chapter meetings, when possible.
Take initiative to be involved in events in their region and to develop relationships with the members of the region.
Possibly be involved with fundraising to support CNMA aims
They are voting members of the BOD
3 year term: 2 years as Representative from an under-represented group, followed by one year as Immediate Past Representative (the “Immediate Past” role is non-voting).
Reproductive Justice and Antiracism Committee Chair (11/2024-11/2027)
Participate in monthly RJ/AR meetings
Attend monthly Board of Directors (BOD) meetings and advise the BOD on issues related to Reproductive Justice & Anti-Racism
Provide Quarterly communication with CNMA members regarding committee activity
Interface with American College of Nurse-Midwives and their current committees focusing on racial and reproductive justice issues.
Coordinate collaboration with other professional groups on issues related to anti-racism and racism-based health disparities work
RJ/AR Chair is a voting member of the BOD.
3 year term: 2 years as RJAR committee chair, followed by one year as Immediate Past RJAR Committee Chair (the “Immediate Past” role is non-voting).
Education, Trainings, Webinars, and More
Compassionate Conversation: Maternal Mental Health
November 5, 2024 | 1:30 PM EST
The Compassionate Conversations series is aimed at highlighting effective techniques and answering questions on having sensitive conversations around difficult topics. For our ninth virtual conversation in this series, we will be focusing on patient-centered discussions regarding maternal mental health and how healthcare professionals in obstetrics and gynecology can support their patients.
Perinatal Mental Health Primer - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder in the Perinatal Period: Pain of Mind is Worse than Pain of Body
November 6 | 1:00 PM ET
The Developing Brain Institute is pleased to continue its monthly series on Perinatal Mental Health offering CME credit. November’s session features leading perinatal mental health research, Katherine Wiser MS, MD from Children’s National Hospital.
2024 Gala to Grow Birth Centers
November 9, 2024 | Hyatt Regency | Minneapolis
Join us in Minneapolis on Saturday evening, November 9th for the 2024 Gala to Grow Birth Centers: Purple Rain. Enjoy a lively evening of cocktails, auctions, games, and dancing - all to support the advancement of the AABC midwifery-led birth center model.
We invite you to support this exciting and meaningful event by becoming a gala sponsor and/or donating an item for the fundraising auction.
Our mission is to raise funds to support the advancement of the AABC midwifery-led birth center model as a standard to achieve high-value, evidence-based wellness care that is equitable, safe, and respectful. Your support will ensure the efficacy of AABC Foundation initiatives including educational scholarships, research grants, and grants to support growing birth centers.
EMPOWER National Nurse Practitioner Week is November 10-16
Frontier Nursing University will be hosting our annual Empower virtual event to celebrate. Take advantage of FREE CEs and more!
The Role of Hospitals in Optimizing Postpartum Mental Health Support
Co-hosted by the American Hospital Association and The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health, this webinar will explore the role hospitals can play to build up treatment and support for maternal mental health disorders during postpartum. Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge, La. will dive into the development of its newest 10-bed perinatal mental health unit, dedicated to creating a safe space for those with diagnosed perinatal mental health conditions. Mental health leaders from University of Colorado Hospital will share the hospital’s intensive perinatal outpatient programs, focused on support, therapy and medication management. Speakers will emphasize strategies and action steps hospitals and health systems can take to prioritize mental health, especially for high-risk pregnancies, and improve postpartum experiences and outcomes.
ACNM: The Midwife as Surgical First Assistant
This course is designed specifically for midwives and addresses the promotion of vaginal birth, shared decision-making and informed consent, and functioning as an active member of the perioperative team. Attendees learn how to perform immediate pre-op preparation of the client for surgery, and during surgery provide optimal surgical exposure, participate in tissue dissection, ensure hemostasis, perform or facilitate wound closure, and perform other intraoperative functions to assist the surgeon in carrying out a safe operation that optimizes outcomes.
2024 First Assistant Virtual Workshop Dates — Registration is now open:
AWHONN Perinatal Education XChange Program: Advancing Care Abroad Through Shared Experiences
In advancing our mission to empower and support nurses caring for women, newborns, and their families, AWHONN is excited to launch the Perinatal Education XChange (PEX) Program. These immersive programs provide unique opportunities to engage with diverse cultures and foster a deepened appreciation and sensitivity to cross-cultural care, enhancing the quality of overall care provided to patients.
In partnership with International Service Learning (ISL) and MEDICC, we aim to connect nurses with communities worldwide, cultivating a stronger connection to global citizenship and making a meaningful impact on an international scale.
Upcoming Trips:
Cuba (Sample Itinerary)
Dates: November 17-23, 2024
Cost: $3,800-4,100 USD single occupancy/$3,300-3,600 USD double occupancy
About: Learn about the Cuban experience in this field, as well as its main achievements, challenges, and lessons learned implementing the prioritized National Maternal and Child Health Program among efforts to guarantee equitable access to health services. Converse with obstetrics and gynecology specialists in medicine and nursing about professional experiences and lessons learned.
APEX Travel Scholarships
Thanks to the generous support of Every Woman, Every Baby, we’re able to offer two $1,000 scholarships to increase the accessibility of our trips to everyone. To be eligible, you must be an active AWHONN member in good standing. The deadline to apply is June 11, 2024. Apply now.
Have Questions?
Find answers in our Frequently Asked Questions or reach out with any inquiries about PEX programs today.
The Role of Hospitals in Optimizing Postpartum Mental Health Support
November 21 at 1:00 PM ET
Co-hosted by the American Hospital Association and The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health, this webinar will explore the role hospitals can play to build up treatment and support for maternal mental health disorders during postpartum. Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge, La. will dive into the development of its newest 10-bed perinatal mental health unit, dedicated to creating a safe space for those with diagnosed perinatal mental health conditions. Mental health leaders from University of Colorado Hospital will share the hospital’s intensive perinatal outpatient programs, focused on support, therapy and medication management. Speakers will emphasize strategies and action steps hospitals and health systems can take to prioritize mental health, especially for high-risk pregnancies, and improve postpartum experiences and outcomes.
Annual ACNM / CNMA Members Appreciation Holiday Dinner
Eat, drink, and be merry! Join us for our
Monday, December 2 at Puesto Mission Valley @ 6:30 pm
RSVP Here.
ACNM: Advancing Breastfeeding Support and Skills for Midwives
A Webinar Series presented by midwife experts in breastfeeding and lactation medicine from across the country geared towards diving deep into topics that impact midwives, clinicians, and their lactating clients
December 18, 2024, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET
GOLD MIDWIFERY ONLINE CONFERENCE 2024
We’re thrilled to announce that registration for the GOLD Midwifery Online Conference 2024 opens on November 15th! This event kicks off on February 3rd, 2025, starting with a free live keynote.
Why attend?
Continuing Education: This program has applied for 18.5 hours of Continuing Education credits, with the option to expand your learning through our add-on lecture packs.
Diverse Speaker Lineup: Engage with 17 renowned speakers including Ruth Oshikanlu, Hazel Keedle, Hermine Hayes-Klein, Anna Byrom, Nell Tharpe, to name a few.
Group Registration Perks:
Become a group coordinator by rallying 5+ friends/colleagues and enjoy special group discounts and exclusive rewards!
How to get started organizing a group:
Social Media: Share GOLD events in your social media groups and chats.
At Work: Display our event poster in your office, clinic, or hospital.
Organize and Submit: Use our group members spreadsheet to collect, organize, and submit your group members’ details.
We can’t wait to have you join us for this exciting event! Mark your calendar and stay tuned for updates.
Are you planning to attend or have any questions? We’d love to hear from you!
GOLD Learning Online Educationhttp://www.GOLDLearning.com
On-Demand Webinars and Other Resources
Vaccination and Pregnancy Video
CDC recommends that all adults receive certain vaccinations to protect against harmful and deadly infections. These recommendations are based on a person’s age, health status, and certain risk factors.
Some vaccinations are routinely recommended during pregnancy, while others are delayed until after pregnancy. Other vaccinations might be recommended under certain circumstances after discussing risks and benefits with your pregnancy care professional. Watch this video from the Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine to learn more about maternal vaccination in pregnancy.
Fostering a culture of immunization in your practice
Public Health Foundation is excited to share the recent release of a new online training course, Fostering the Culture of Immunization in Your Practice, in partnership with CDC. This course is designed to support public health and health care professionals in creating a positive culture of immunization in the workplace with every patient visit. To accompany the training, Public Health Foundation has also developed a promotional tool kit that includes sample messaging for social media and newsletters, imagery, short video clips, and more.
Addressing Maternal Mortality and ACEs in Reproductive Health
Improving reproductive and maternal health outcomes can have a positive impact on families and can mitigate ACEs and toxic stress later in life. California Surgeon General Dr. Diana Ramos recently launched Strong Start & Beyond, a movement to reduce California’s maternal mortality rate 50% by December 2026. Strong Start & Beyond is focused on fostering awareness, encouraging active participation in health, and building access to resources for mothers, pregnant people, and their families.
Last year, ACEs Aware worked in partnership with Dr. Ramos to host a webinar series called ACEs and Trauma-Informed Care in Reproductive Health. All sessions in the series are available to view on demand and offer continuing education credit.
ACEs Aware continues to present on the topic of ACEs and reproductive health. In September, Sara Johnson, MD, FACOG, an adviser to ACEs Aware, presented at the UCSF Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences Grand Rounds on addressing ACEs during prenatal care and how providers can build trust and improve health.
Watch the UCSF Grand Rounds Presentation.
Why midwives stay and why midwives leave: Sustaining the midwifery workforce
Almost a quarter of AMCB-certified midwives report not working in the discipline of midwifery. While burnout gets much attention in the media, leaving (and staying in) midwifery is complex and often painful. This session will explore why midwives leave practice and offer individual, organizational, and societal-level strategies to retain midwives based on ten years of research about midwives' professional well-being. Presented by Elisabeth Brie Thumm, PhD, CNM, RN, MBA, FACNM
For more free CEs, check ACNM's Online Learning Center.
Transforming White Privilege
Read Between the Lines-Physiologic Logic: Eval. & Mgmt. of Uterine Activity
The relationship between uterine activity and fetal acid-base and uterine muscle acid-base are explored in this on-demand discussion led by Lisa A. Miller, CNM, JD.
1.5 nursing contact hours (CNE available through 10/10/2026)
Pricing: $25 members | $39 nonmembers
Conversations on Caring in Reproductive Health Nursing: Beyond Bars
This on-demand presentation sheds light on the crucial topic of reproductive and maternal care for individuals who are currently or have been incarcerated. This thought-provoking session explores the unique challenges this often-forgotten population faces as they try to access respectful and comprehensive health care services. With a focus on promoting equity and justice, we delve into discussions about these challenges and the barriers and discrimination these individuals may encounter when seeking care.
1.0 nursing contact hours (NCPD activity available through 11/14/2026)
Pricing: Free for members | $50 nonmembers
Search for additional on-demand webinars on the AWHONN Store.
Reproductive Health Access Project Resources
Contraceptive Counseling For Transgender and Gender Diverse People
Sign up for Insights on Abortion and Early Pregnancy Loss Care
Scholarships and Fellowships
AABC Birth Center Membership Support Grant
Rolling Deadlines: November 1, 2024 | January 1, 2025
Birth Center Membership Support Grants assist birth center applicants with up to 50% of membership fees due the American Association of Birth Centers (AABC) for (1) birth centers that are applying for membership for the first time and (2) birth centers that are due for membership renewal but experiencing a fiscal crisis. The AABCF has the exclusive authority to determine all grant guidelines, criteria, timelines and awards; and will monitor all grants.
AABC Changemakers Accreditation Grant
Rolling Deadlines: November 1, 2024 | January 1, 2025
The Changemaker Accreditation Grant was established in honor of the founders of the birth center movement and the current and future changemakers who propel the movement forward. The grant is designed to pay up to 100% of the initial accreditation fee or an accredited birth center’s annual fees due to the Commission for the Accreditation of Birth Centers (CABC). The AABCF has the exclusive authority to determine all grant guidelines, criteria, timelines and awards, and will monitor all grants.
ACNM Call for Members
Leadership Development Committee (LDC) Call for Members
The LDC is putting out a call for new members and an invitation to previous members to continued service. We are seeking midwives who have served in or are now serving in leadership roles in clinical practice, academia, policy, and global health who can bring their experiential knowledge to accomplishing the committee's tasks for 2024-2025. We are seeking diverse representation from across the US and all ACNM regions.
The committee will focus on 2 tasks for the next year:
1. establishing leadership competencies for midwives in various leadership roles across the profession, using the International Confederation of Midwives principles and framework for Midwifery Leadership as a basis for ACNM competencies
2. develop curriculum or partner with an academic center for midwifery leadership and entrepreneurship training opportunities
To accomplish these goals, we ask for a time commitment of 2 hours per month and mental engagement with the committee's tasks. The committee leadership will commit to running structured, efficient meetings, and providing a year-long meeting calendar.
If interested, please send CV and letter of intent to executiveoffice@acnm.org
Call for Racism and Midwifery Education Committee Members
The Racism and Midwifery Education Committee is seeking new committee members. The goal of this committee is to provide guidance and resources to address racism within midwifery education to address the recommendations from the Access to Equity in Midwifery Education Report. These recommendations are based on a collaboration with DOME to:
•Enhance the capacity of midwives of color who are interested in working in academia.
•Financially compensate clinical sites and preceptors.
•Reestablish ACNM mentorship programs to connect student midwives with common interests and career trajectories.
•Develop equity in midwifery education report card for midwifery education programs.
•Create a cross-institutional support program to provide safe space for students and help them gain leadership skills.
If you are interested, please submit your CV and a brief letter of interest to executiveoffice@acnm.org or region1representative@acnm.org
Call for ACNM Task Force on Financial Transparency
As a result of a motion at the annual business meeting in May, the ACNM Board of Directors is establishing a Task Force on Financial Transparency. The Task Force will: define financial transparency for the organization; review the financial information that is currently available to members and how this information publicized; determine what additional information is desired by members, and the frequency and methods of dissemination; and make recommendations to the Board to improve processes in financial transparency. Findings of the Task Force will be available to all members.
The Task Force will be facilitated by the ACNM treasurer, Susan DeJoy, and will consist of 12 members: 2 ACNM Board members, one ACNM staff member, 2 affiliate leaders, and 7 ACNM active members. The Task Force will meet monthly via zoom for approximately six months.
Affiliate leaders who wish to join the task force should submit a statement of interest to treasurer@acnm.org by July 30. Questions should be directed to treasurer@acnm.org.
Job Opportunities
Full Time Certified Nurse Midwife: Milli Clinic, Berkeley, CA
About the role We’re looking for two 0.75 FTE part-time CNMs to deliver full-scope midwifery care, including perinatal care and basic gynecology at our practice in Berkeley, CA with deliveries at Alta Bates Hospital.
Your responsibilities
● Provide full-scope midwifery care for antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum patients at our Berkeley clinic, Alta Bates Campus Birth Center, and virtually.
● Provide basic gynecology care such as contraception, STIs, vaginitis, and annual preventative care exams.
● Provide medication abortion care.
● Example 0.75 FTE part-time role schedule: two 12hr L&D call from home (can be scheduled as one 24hr call per preference) & approximately one 8hr clinic day/week (some clinics may be scheduled virtually from home)
About our practice
We deliver midwifery-led care with OB consultation. Our perinatal patients are emotionally and educationally supported as they are paired with a Millie Guide (practicing doula) who prepares them for childbirth, postpartum, chest/breastfeeding and newborn care. Our patients also have access to the Millie app, which includes a robust perinatal curriculum to accompany your clinical care. Visit www.millieclinic.com to learn more about our care model.
Please send resume and cover letter to talia@millieclinic.com. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions.
Full Time Certified Nurse Midwife: Scripps La Jolla, San Diego and Surrounding Area
This is a NEW FT position, 12-hour nights with some clinic days. We seek someone with at least 2-3 years of full-scope practice, including inpatient acute care experience.
If interested, please email your resume to SCOBGYNLEADERSHIP@scrippshealth.org
More information for position at Scripps La Jolla.
On Call/ Short Hour CNM (Per Diem): Kaiser Permanente, Oakland, CA
Kaiser Permanente in Oakland California is hiring.
Looking for CNM with at least a preferred two years of experience and teaching experience preferred.
Reach out to anya.rapoport@kp.org if interested
Full Time CNM: South Coast Midwifery, Orange County, CA
South Coast Midwifery Boutique Birth Center is a very supportive group of Midwives looking for another to join the group. Full time, part time and per diem position is available. Compensation is commensurate with experience and licensure.
Schedule:
- every other weekend, 48-hour call (or similar)
- 2 clinic/24 hr call shifts per week
- 1, 24 hour call shift every other week (clinic as needed)
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Group health and dental benefits
- CEU allowance
- Eligible for company retirement program
- Group malpractice coverage
- Employee discounts
- Annual salary + bonuses
- Please Email Lorri Walker at Lorri@southcoastmidwifery.com or 949 654-2727
- Check out our Website at WWW.Southcoastmidwifery.com
Part Time CNM: South Coast Midwifery, Orange County, CA
South Coast Midwifery Boutique Birth Center is a very supportive group of Midwives looking for another to join the group. Full time, part time and per diem position is available. Compensation is commensurate with experience and licensure.
Schedule:
- every other weekend, 48-hour call (or similar)
- 1 clinic/24 hr call shift per week (option for 2 available)
- 1, 12 hour call shift per week
Benefits:
- Paid Sick Leave
- Group malpractice coverage
- Employee discounts
- Annual salary or per shift compensation
- May maintain outside employment if desired
- Please Email Lorri Walker at Lorri@southcoastmidwifery.com or 949 654-2727
- Check out our Website at WWW.Southcoastmidwifery.com
Volunteers Needed!!
We Want to Know!
Are You a Midwife Who Has Never Precepted Midwifery Students
Paid volunteer opportunity. The CNMA is trying to understand the factors that facilitate or hinder precepting our midwifery students. Are you a midwife who has never precepted midwifery students? Your perspective is needed!
Online, confidential interviews will last approximately an hour. In recognition of your time and wisdom, you will receive $75 in compensation. The study is active until 12/2024.
If interested, please fill out this Google form.
Share this call for research participants with your midwife friends and colleagues. If you have any questions, please get in touch with Anya Rapaport, CNM, at ana.rapaport@gmail.com, Wallis Adams, PhD, at wallis.adams@csueastbay.edu, or Amara Miller, PhD, at amara.miller@csueastbay.edu.
Providing Equitable Care to Patients after a First Cesarean
Do you care for pregnant patients who have undergone a prior cesarean?
We invite you to participate in an interview about barriers to providing equitable care to pregnant people who have had a prior cesarean. We are interested to talk to you in order to better understand the challenges and successes you have when providing care to patients who desire a VBAC or a repeat cesarean.
The study researchers are co-principal investigators Dr. Nicholas Rubashkin from the UCSF Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences; Dr. Patience Afulani, in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics; Dr. Margaret Handley in the Departments of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and the Center for Vulnerable Populations; Dr. Miriam Kuppermann from the UCSF Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences.
You may be eligible if you:
Are a nurse, midwife, physician, or hospital administrator who is involved with providing care to pregnant people who have undergone a prior cesarean.
Are there benefits to taking part in the study? There will be no direct benefit to you from participating in this study. However, the information that you provide may help health professionals better support patients in their pregnancy decisions and eventually may help lower the cesarean rate, which has been identified as a public health priority in California.
How much time does the study take?
The first interview will be 30-90 minutes. A second follow up interview lasting 30-60 minutes may be necessary if the researchers have more questions about your story. You may speak with the researcher for up to 2.5 hours over the course of one year.
Where will the interview take place?
Over the phone, via the internet, or face-to-face in an agreed upon private place.
Will I be paid? Are there any costs to me?
You will receive a $50 gift card for the first interview.
You will receive a $25 gift card for a follow-up interview.
Interested volunteers:
Send an email to: Nicholas.rubashkin@ucsf.edu
UC Berkeley-UCSF Joint Medical Program Survey
There will be an opportunity to tell us ways you think healthcare for pregnant farmworkers can be improved and how we can help you to better advocate for your patients.
Additional opportunity if you wish to engage with the study further: Professor Carly Hyland at the UC Berkeley School of Public Health and Kathleen Steel, a medical student in the UC Berkeley-UCSF Joint Medical Program, are seeking healthcare providers to participate in a 90-minute Zoom focus group regarding their practices when caring for pregnant farm workers exposed to occupational pesticides and any barriers providers experience. Participants will be compensated $100 for their time. If you are interested in participating in a focus group, please fill out this form with your information:
Your contact information will be retained securely and used only for study purposes. Alternatively, you can contact Kathleen directly at sksteel@berkeley.edu
Eligibility:
Healthcare providers over the age of 18, including physicians, physician associates, nurse practitioners, nurses, medical assistants, community health workers/promotoras, CPSP workers, and licensed midwives who provide perinatal care to farmworkers in California.
What are the advantages of participating?
Data from this study will inform strategies to improve healthcare providers' ability to screen and counsel pregnant farmworkers for occupational pesticide exposure and assist patients in mitigating their occupational pesticide exposure.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to contribute to our research and improve patient care!
Updates
Maternal vaccination against COVID-19 and neonatal outcomes during Omicron: INTERCOVID-2022 study
Following ACIP and CDC recommendations for the use of RSV vaccination during pregnancy to prevent lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) in infants caused by RSV infection for this respiratory season, ACOG released updated guidance for clinicians regarding the use of Pfizer’s RSV vaccine Abrysvo.
Membership Opportunities
SisterSong Membership
Every month, SisterSong memberships will be discounted for a different group. This month (June), we are offering discounted memberships for all LGBTQ+ folks, or organizations that focus on supporting LGBTQ+ communities. Happy Pride Month!
Medi-Cal Rx
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See additional bulletins and news updates below:
Activation of Reject Code 16 – Medi-Cal Rx Program Integrity Update
Medi-Cal Rx Claim and Prior Authorization Request System Outage – Issue Resolved
Update: Medi-Cal Rx Claim and Prior Authorization Request System Outage
Medi-Cal Rx Claim and Prior Authorization Request Submission Outage
Resolved: Medi-Cal Rx Provider Portal Prior Authorization Attachments
Justice-Involved Reentry Initiative Now Implemented in Inyo, Santa Clara, and Yuba Counties
Coming Soon: Commercial JYNNEOS® Vaccine Reimbursement Correction
State of Emergency Override Activation: Submission Clarification Code 13
ACNM Wants to Listen to YOU - CEO Conversations
Wednesdays | 4:00 PM ET
Michelle Munroe, our CEO, is hosting weekly online meetings with members to listen and discuss ideas and concerns. Each week, 10 people can register for CEO Conversations. Please email executiveoffice@acnm.org.
Midwife Crush Mondays!
Do you know an amazing Midwife who is doing revolutionary work? We want to feature them on our social media platforms!
CNMA is looking for submissions for our new social media series “Midwife Crush Monday” where we highlight the stories of trailblazing midwives across the industry who are making a difference in the midwifery profession. You can even submit yourself!
Here’s what we’re looking for:
Midwife’s name (include pronouns)
Affiliated organization(s)
Why you became a midwife (and anything awesome you’d like to brag about)
Headshot/Photo if available
Bonus: Please include social media handles for tagging!
Please send submissions to sm@cnma.org for consideration!
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