Nurse Midwife Certified Splst
Company : Legacy Health
Location : Vancouver, WA, 98686-2742
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Overview
At Legacy, we are committed to improving the wellness of others. Our mission is to provide excellent, evidence-based care to our patients while showing compassion to our patients and each other. We demonstrate this each day, in everything we do. If you are interested in joining a team that is making a difference, we would like to speak with you.
This is a Supplemental Midwifery position at Legacy Medical Group (LMG) Midwifery practicing at the Legacy Salmon Creek Medical campus and Legacy Medical Group - Obstetrics and Gynecology at Salmon Creek clinic. Our midwifery practice provides independent full scope care in a team-based model.
Description and Requirements:
- Provides antepartum, intrapartum, postpartum, family-planning and well-woman gynecological care independently to adolescent and adult patients based on scope of practice and established guidelines.
- Consults appropriately with consulting physicians.
- Provides collaborative care or referral to medical management as appropriate.
- This care is guided by practice guidelines and standards established jointly by the LMG Midwifery staff and Program Director under the direction of the Clinical VP of Women’s Services.
- Follows all organizational, regulatory and human resource policies and procedures.
- Practice includes full participation in outpatient and inpatient care.
- Practices full scope midwifery.
- Full scope women’s healthcare and midwifery experience required.
- Ability to work with people in a diplomatic and tactful manner, utilizing effective leadership and group process skills.
- Bilingual preferred but not required.
Education:
- As required by licensure.
Certification and Licenses:
- Current applicable state license as a Registered Nurse/ Nurse Midwife/ Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Privileges (NP-PP) required.
- National Certification as a Nurse Midwife required.
- Possess active BLS card from the American Heart Association
- Current licensure as required by staff and state requirements.
LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION:
Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled. Sorry, no J1 or H-1B visa opportunities.
For additional information please formally apply or contact Erin Pendergraft at EPENDERG@LHS.ORG
Pay Range
USD $73.32 - USD $93.75 /Hr.Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you
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Frequently asked questions
In Vancouver, WA, possessing a current state RN license alongside national certification as a nurse midwife is highly regarded. Additional credentials like BLS from the American Heart Association enhance employability, reflecting regional healthcare standards and patient safety priorities.
Legacy Health offers a competitive hourly rate ranging from $73.32 to $93.75, which tends to be above average for similar midwifery roles in the Vancouver, WA area, reflecting the organization's commitment to attracting skilled nurses with full-scope midwifery experience.
This role involves comprehensive antepartum to postpartum care, including family planning and well-woman gynecological services delivered independently. Collaborative consultations with physicians and adherence to clinical guidelines ensure a balanced practice that emphasizes both patient autonomy and safety.
Legacy Health integrates midwives into multidisciplinary teams, particularly at Salmon Creek medical sites, fostering collaborative environments. This structure supports full-scope midwifery practice while encouraging shared decision-making among obstetrics and gynecology professionals.
While not mandatory, bilingual abilities are preferred as they enhance communication with diverse patient populations in Vancouver, WA. This skill can improve patient trust and care outcomes, aligning with Legacy Health’s inclusive and compassionate care philosophy.
Growing emphasis on women’s health services and integrated outpatient care models in Vancouver increases demand. Candidates with full-scope midwifery skills and relevant certifications are particularly sought after amid regional healthcare expansion and patient-centered care initiatives.
Legacy Health’s mission prioritizes evidence-based care and compassion, which shapes this midwifery role to focus on holistic wellness across the perinatal spectrum. Nurses are expected to embody these values while delivering independent, guideline-driven care within a supportive team.
Professionals must maintain up-to-date state licensure and meet all regulatory requirements, including prescriptive privileges. Legacy Health enforces adherence to these standards to ensure legal compliance and uphold high-quality patient care across all midwifery services.
Experienced nurse midwives can advance into leadership roles or specialize further within women’s health services. Vancouver’s expanding healthcare networks and Legacy Health’s team-based models provide pathways for growth, including program development and clinical education.