Maternal Health Provider

Agency

Department

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.

Who we are

As one of the fastestgrowing academic health centers in the nation Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education innovative research and teambased health care delivery.

What we want

The Maternal Health Provider delivers highquality comprehensive obstetric care to women in rural Texas through innovative telehealth services. Provides care coordination and patient education to enhance maternal health outcomes. Assists in developing and implementing simulation training programs in rural emergency departments to equip healthcare providers with essential skills for managing obstetric emergencies.

What you need to know

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

Travel: This position may require up to 50 of travel.
Schedule: This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Required Education

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Experience

• Four years of related clinical experience in obstetrics as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse including experience in managing and collaborating on highrisk pregnancies in MaternalFetal Medicine (MFM) telehealth practices and electronic fetal monitoring

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Active and unrestricted APRN license in the State of Texas

• Board Certification as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Womens Health Care Nurse Practitioner (WHNPBC) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNPBC)

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certified

• BLS and NRP certified

• Licensure/certification must be maintained for continued employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

• Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification (NCC or AWHONN)

• Board Certified in NurseMidwifery

• Bilingual (English and Spanish)

• Experience in curriculum development simulation training or educational program planning

• Experience in medical billing/coding

• Experience in ultrasonography

• Experience in prenatal childbirth and lactation education

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of evidencebased maternal care practices and telehealth practices

• Proficient in telehealth technologies including electronic health records remote monitoring tools and secure communication platforms

• Proficient in virtual meeting platforms including Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing and ensure understanding.

• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team

• Strong interpersonal organizational and time management skills

• Excellent presentation skills

• Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups

Responsibilities:

OB Telehealth Services Care Coordination and Technology Utilization

• Effectively utilizes telehealth technology to deliver comprehensive obstetric care to patients in rural Texas including electronic health records remote monitoring tools and secure communication platforms ensuring highquality accessible maternal health services.

• Conducts virtual prenatal antenatal and postnatal consultations including routine checkups assessments and followups.

• Utilizes evidencebased practices to diagnose and treat common obstetric conditions and ensure continuity of care through virtual platforms.

• Provides patient education and counseling on prenatal care childbirth preparation postpartum care and family planning via telehealth.

• Manages and coordinates care for highrisk obstetric patients including monitoring fetal wellbeing and managing maternal complications.

• Collaborates with rural healthcare teams including physicians nurses and community health workers to provide integrated patientcentered care.

• Coordinates referrals to specialty care or higherlevel facilities as needed to ensure timely access to appropriate medical resources.

• Fosters positive relationships with rural healthcare teams community partners and patients to promote a culture of trust and collaboration.

• Maintains compliance with telehealth regulations privacy policies organizational policies to ensure secure and confidential patient interactions.

• Troubleshoots technical issues related to telehealth appointments and works with IT supports as needed to resolve issues in a promptly manner.

Simulation Training and Education

• Utilizes simulation equipment and tools to create realistic and educational scenarios to address common obstetric emergencies.

• Assists in developing and implementing obstetric simulation training programs for rural emergency departments (EDs) to enhance maternal and neonatal care skills.

• Leads and facilitates simulation training sessions and provides handson guidance and feedback to ED staff including nurses midwives and physicians and fosters a safe learning environment for participants.

• Provides mentorship and support for rural healthcare providers offering guidance on best practices and current obstetric care practices.

• Contributes to the development of educational materials including manuals guides and online resources to support ongoing learning and skills development in rural EDs.

Quality Improvement Strategic Planning and Professional Development

• Participates in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing maternal health outcomes including data collection analysis and reporting.

• Contributes to research activities related to telehealth and obstetric simulation collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to advance maternal health knowledge.

• Engages in continuous professional development activities to remain current on maternal health best practices and telehealth innovations.

• Participates in strategic planning and communicates routinely with leadership and colleagues to align on goals share insights and contribute to the overall success of the Rural Maternal Health program.

All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.