Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Full Time
Onsite
About the job
Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
Methodist Medical Group is seeking a full-time Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) to join our OBGYN clinic in the southern sector of Dallas, where we are dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to women and families throughout their reproductive journey. We are a busy, community-focused clinic committed to empowering individuals through education and personalized support.
The ideal WHNP candidate will be a highly skilled and compassionate professional committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care to women from adolescence through menopause, with a strong focus on pregnancy, birth, and postpartum support. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment dedicated to positive birth outcomes and women's health advocacy.
Job Description
- Provide comprehensive prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care to women, including physical examinations, diagnostic tests, and individualized care plans.
- Conduct well-woman exams, family planning counseling, and gynecological care.
- Monitor labor and deliver low-risk pregnancies in our Level III Maternity Center, providing support, guidance, and interventions as needed in accordance with scope of practice and established protocols.
- Educate patients and their families on various health topics, including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, newborn care, and women's health.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, lactation consultants, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care.
- Maintain accurate and thorough medical records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Respond to emergent situations calmly and effectively, initiating appropriate interventions and seeking consultation when necessary.
- Participate in continuing education and professional development activities to maintain licensure and enhance clinical skills.
- Adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines.
Requirements
- Completion of a WHNP program
- Current, unencumbered licensure as a WHNP in the State of Texas or eligibility for licensure
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
- 2 years of recent, relevant experience as a practicing WHNP in a hospital
- Must be able to demonstrate current competence and evidence of the performance of at least 20 deliveries, reflective of the scope of privileges requested, in the past 12 months
- Demonstrated expertise in managing low-risk pregnancies and deliveries
- Excellent clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and patient education abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered approach to care
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Epic
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement plan with employer matching
- Continuing education opportunities and professional development allowance
- Malpractice insurance coverage
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and well-being of families in the Dallas community
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