Nurse Practitioner / Midwife

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Women's Health Nurse Practitioner / Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)

Lakeview Hospital | LCMC Health

Full-Time | Covington, Louisiana

At Lakeview Hospital, a premier healthcare destination on the Northshore and part of LCMC Health, we're seeking a compassionate and experienced Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) to join our growing women's services team.

For generations, families throughout St. Tammany Parish and beyond have trusted Lakeview Hospital for exceptional care. Today, our Women's Services program continues that tradition by providing personalized, patient-centered care supported by advanced technology, collaborative physician partnerships, and a commitment to delivering an outstanding experience for women throughout every stage of life.

Whether you're supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum care, providing comprehensive gynecologic services, or promoting lifelong wellness, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while practicing in a collaborative environment dedicated to high-quality care and clinical excellence.

Why Lakeview Hospital?

Join a respected and growing women's health program serving the Northshore community
Practice alongside experienced OB/GYN physicians, advanced practice providers, and dedicated nursing professionals
Build lasting relationships with patients while providing continuity of care across all stages of life
Enjoy a collaborative, supportive practice environment focused on quality outcomes and patient satisfaction
Benefit from the resources and stability of LCMC Health, one of Louisiana's leading healthcare systems
Live and work in Covington, offering the charm of the Northshore with convenient access to New Orleans

Position Summary

The Women's Health Nurse Practitioner or Certified Nurse Midwife provides advanced practice care under approved protocols and within the scope authorized by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing and applicable certifying organizations.

This provider delivers comprehensive women's healthcare services, including preventive care, gynecologic care, prenatal and postpartum care, patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention. The CNM may additionally provide antepartum, intrapartum, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care consistent with scope and certification.

Essential Responsibilities

Patient Care & Clinical Practice

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical examinations and medical histories
Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic women's health conditions
Develop and implement individualized plans of care
Provide preventive, gynecologic, reproductive, and wellness services
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic testing
Prescribe medications and treatment plans in accordance with regulatory guidelines
For CNMs, provide prenatal, labor and delivery, postpartum, and newborn care within scope of practice
Perform procedures appropriate to training, certification, and demonstrated competency

Collaboration & Care Coordination

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality patient care
Consult and refer patients appropriately when additional expertise is required
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice activities
Serve as a clinical resource for patients, families, and staff

Patient Education & Advocacy

Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and wellness strategies
Promote preventive care, healthy lifestyles, and informed decision-making
Advocate for patient needs and coordinate care across settings
Foster meaningful patient-provider relationships built on trust and communication

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain complete, timely, and accurate medical records
Comply with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and professional practice standards
Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education

Qualifications

Education

Nurse Practitioner

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Certified Nurse Midwife

Successful completion of an accredited Nurse Midwifery Program

Experience

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in women's health, OB/GYN, or related advanced practice role preferred

Licenses & Certifications

Required:

Current Louisiana APRN License or eligible.
Current prescriptive authority and DEA registration (or eligibility)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association

For Nurse Practitioners:

National certification as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with Women's Health experience

For Certified Nurse Midwives:

Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) certification through the American Midwifery Certification Board or eligible

Preferred:

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), if applicable

About Lakeview Hospital

Located in beautiful Covington, Louisiana, Lakeview Hospital combines advanced medical capabilities with the personalized care and community spirit of the Northshore. As part of LCMC Health, Lakeview provides patients access to a comprehensive network of hospitals, physicians, and specialists committed to keeping Louisiana healthy.

Join us in delivering exceptional women's healthcare and making a lasting difference in the lives of our patients and families.

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community.

Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary

Your extras

Deliver healthcare with heart.
Give people a reason to smile.
Put a little love in your work.
Be honest and real, but with compassion.
Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.

2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background.

3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.

4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.

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