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Posted 3/8/10 Midwifery Experience in Mexico needs one more student! Apply before March 30th.
http://web.mac.com/temixcomidwifery

Posted 3/8/10 I am delighted to announce a Chicago midwifery seminar, brought to you by Vicki Penwell, CPM, with Mercy In Action: Midwifery Volunteer-ism in Developing Countries , October 29-30, 2010!

This seminar is a great way to learn about the needs of mother and babies in the poor regions of the world, and practical ways to help. The two days will be packed with stories and videos from women around the world, invaluable information on treatments during pregnancy for common causes of maternal death, prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, newborn survival strategies, and practical skills to upgrade your understanding and experience to be most beneficial to woman and infants in situations of poverty. 

The seminar will provide you with 13.5 Accredited CEU's for midwifery and nursing. 
Please see the attached flyer for more information (flyer not updated with Chicago dates/location yet, but cost is correct). 
Location to be determined. 
** This is the first announcement for this seminar and we need to know if there is enough interest, before booking flights for Vicki and advertising across the country. Please reply to Mandy Toavs ( mandydoula@gmail.com ) or Megan Trinter ( megantrinter@gmail.com ) to give a serious initial response of interest, as soon as possible.**
***Please forward to other's who may be interested!

Posted 12/9/09 Seminars, Intensives and Retreats by Vicki Penwell

NARM Study Retreat: Intensive Preparation for taking the
North American Registry of Midwives Exam www.narmstudyretreat.com -
Click here to view the NARM Study Retreat Brochure

NARM Study Retreat Dates:
February 8-13, 2010
August 9-14, 2010
February 7-12, 2011
August 8-13, 2011
Contact: email: vickipenwell@gmail.com phone: 208-991-3707

Posted 11/5/09 I am currently looking for an Academic only Preceptor. My husband is in the Army and we will be moving around alot so I would like to get my academics out of the way until we settle down in one place. I would like a preceptor that I could mail my work to for grading. If anyone is interested please email me at devynhummer@yahoo.com

Posted 11/5/09 Student seeking preceptor in or around the Tacoma, Washington area: I am an aspiring midwife in the Tacoma, WA area, I am willing to travel up to 75 miles.  I want to begin the National College of Midwifery program and would like to find a preceptor in the area. If you are interested in taking on an apprentice, please contact me. I would love to speak with you. I am very committed, mature, intelligent, and dedicated. Thank you. Starr Robins
Darai.s.robins@hotmail.com

Posted 11/5/09 San Francisco Birth Center Seeking Midwifery Students!!

Students would be encouraged to take part in
the full scope of our practice, including classes,
prenatal visits, births, hospital transfer labor
support and post-partum care.

Current enrollment in a MEAC accredited midwifery program
Current certification in CPR & Neonatal Resuscitation
At least 1 year of assisting/attending out-of-hospital births
Ability to commit to at least 1 year of service
Strong theoretical framework established (based on modules
completed)
Open, accepting and nonjudgmental in regards
to lifestyle and reproductive choices
*We do not charge a preceptor fee
*We are unable to offer room & board,
transportation and childcare reimbursement

If interested please contact 415-552-6600 or
sagefemmemidwifery@yahoo.com or shannonstaloch@gmail.com

www.sagefemme.net

Posted 9/15/09 Apprenticeship/Internship Opportunity in Fort Collins, Colorado

I currently have openings for one or two midwifery students in a well-established independent home birth practice.  Apprentice/Interns will actively participate in all areas of midwifery practice, including hands-on experience at prenatal, postpartum and newborn exams and actively participate in care during labor and birth as first assistant or supervised primary attendant.  The practice typically books 3-6 births each month.  Beth Karberg has been in practice for over 10 years, attending births in this community for over 15 years, and has supervised students of NMI and National College of Midwifery.  This is an ideal apprenticeship opportunity for midwifery students who have completed academic work and are ready to begin intensive clinical experience with continuity of care, or internship for midwifery students/beginning midwives who have yet to experience a truly independent home birth practice. 

Candidates must be available a minimum of 3 days a week for prenatal and postpartum appointments, home visits, and office management, plus 24/7 on-call availability for attending births.  A reliable car, cell phone and email are essential.  Preference will be given to students who have a strong academic background including a college degree and completion of a MEAC program. 

To apply, please email a resume and letter of intent to beth@greyrock.org
Beth A. Karberg  ms rm cpm 924 Wild Cherry Ln  ,   Fort Collins,CO  80521  .   tel: 970.498.9460  .   fax: 970.407.9901 www.n-colorado-midwife.com

Posted 8/13/09 Student seeking preceptor in Minneapolis, MN: I am an aspiring midwife in the Minneapolis, MN area. I want to begin the National College of Midwifery program and would like to find a preceptor
in the area. If you are interested in taking on an apprentice, please contact me. I would love to speak with you. I am very committed, mature, intelligent, inquisitive, and dedicated. Thank you. Amelia
aemiller.misc@gmail.com

Posted 8/13/09 Student seeking preceptor in Montana:
Tiffany Schultz 306 N. Yellowstone Livingston, MT 59047 406-579-0862

Posted 6/15/09 New Waterbirth Center in Chino , CA Needs part/time Licensed Midwife (CPM) to Assist with Births in July and August. Pay is Negotiable and on a "Per-Birth" Attended.  Please Call Joyce Thomas, LM 909.591.2924 or email info@aquanatalbirthcenter.com Our website: www.AquaNatalBirthCenter.com

Posted 5/27/09 Experienced LM/ CPM seeks position in a birth center or homebirth practice. Have current nrp /cpr. Good communication skills. Extensive training in emergency medical Willing to travel or relocate. Contact D at midwife4mom@yahoo.com

Posted 5/11/09 WANTED: Administrative Assistant–Part Time La Conner, WA

The Midwifery Education Accreditation Council (MEAC) is seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated administrative assistant to work 20 hours/week in our La Conner office.  MEAC is a non-profit organization that accredits midwifery programs and institutions across the country.  A friendly attitude, good communication skills and experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat are required.  Job responsibilities include: communicating with member schools, volunteers, aspiring students & Board of Directors; maintaining files, processing mail, taking meeting minutes, updating the website, and supporting the work of the Executive Director .  Hourly wage DOE.  Knowledge of midwifery desirable but not required.   Send letter and resume to info@meacschools.org or PO Box 984, La Conner, WA 98257.

 

Posted 4/27/09 Student Seeking Preceptor

My Name is Cara, and I am in the East Bay Area, Ca.  I am currently looking for a preceptor in my area. Please contact me at sacredbirthingmama@gmail.com .  Thanks!

Posted 4/20/09 Greetings sister student midwives and new midwives,

My name is Janelle, I'm a third year apprentice in Berkeley, California. I have joined your group primarily in an effort to begin the work of organizing student and new midwives across state lines. It is my desire that we have a national conversation among students and new midwives.

In this effort I have done several things: I have started a national yahoo group for students and new midwives that is affiliated with MANA. If you would like to join this group please go to the following link: MANAStudentsandNewMidwives-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

I have also been putting together a student/new midwife survey. The purpose of the survey is to connect our common experiences as students and give them a voice. The link to the survey is: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=CQXLuSEkTAV4GOCMUgiTtA_3d_3d

The deadline to fill it out is July 31 st . Please feel free to share these two links widely among students and new midwives. 

Lastly, and unexpectedly I have been asked to chair the Midwives Alliance of North America Student Committee. I have a few ideas for this committee and am excited for the opportunity. If you have any ideas for the committee or any desire to participate please contact me.

Blessings to all,

Janelle



Posted 4/16/09 by Annette Lewis

I am a mature experienced midwife (CPM & Licensed) seeking a midwifery partner for a rural Idaho area.  Are you experienced enough to take some call time (10-15 days per month)?   Are you okay with rural areas, home births, birth center births and smaller practice (1-4 births per month)?  Do you work well with a variety of people, students, doulas, apprentices?  Friendly, outgoing, adaptable? This would be a small birth center, near Boise Idaho, 25 miles out,  serving small towns of Emmett, Star, Middleton Idaho. Please contact if you are seeking and willing to re-locate. Send a resume' and list prior education, training, experience and your midwifery goals.  Thank you. Annette Lewis 903 S Commercial Ave. Emmett, ID annettelewis81@yahoo.com

Posted 3/3/09 The Northern New Mexico Midwifery Center in Taos, New Mexico has 1-2 openings available for apprenticeship program, beginning April 1.  Click here to open the flyer with more information.

www.midwiferycenter.org Tel: (575) 758-1216

Posted 2/5/09 Morning Star Women's Health and Birth Center is hiring full-time and part time CPMs or CNMs for Birth Center practice. Full-scope midwifery practice with home birth services offered in Wisconsin. Staff midwives participate in teaching classes and also are encouraged/expected to write articles related to pregnancy and birth for local newspapers and guest lecture at area high schools, community events and certain University classes from time to time. We offer a nurturing, holistic environment for providers and clients. Supportive medical collaboration has been established. Experience in out-of-hospital birth is required. Salary/benefits are negotiable. New Mpls/St.Paul, MN metro location opening June 1, 2009, as well as an immediate opening at our beautiful established Birth Center in Menomonie, WI. Send cover letter and resume with salary range requirements to:

Paula Bernini Feigal, CPM

Director, Morning Star Women's Health and Birth Center

321 13 th St. SE

Menomonie, WI 54751

Tel: 715-231-3100. Fax:715-231-3101 Email:Paula@MorningStarBirth.com

posted 2/2/09

Apprentice/Student seeking preceptor in Albuquerque New Mexico or the surrounding area. Please email me at sarita_valdez@hotmail.com

Posted 9/8/08 We are looking for a CPM/CNM, plus a Student Midwife for Internship.

Treasure Valley Midwives in Boise, Idaho is looking for a full-time CPM or CNM. Our practice provides well-woman care, antepartum, intrapartum & postpartum care. We attend 7-10 births per month at our lovely freestanding Birth Center or at home.

We are Preceptors for The National College of Midwifery and are also currently seeking Student Midwives. We are located in downtown Boise near St. Luke's Regional Medical Center. Boise has a vibrant small city atmosphere with close proximity to mountains, deserts and rivers. Our beautiful city has molded itself around families and outdoor activities.

The ideal CPM candidate will be passionate about midwifery, understanding its commitment and need for flexibility. Out-of-hospital birth experience is a plus. You must be a team player with the ability to get along with a variety of people. You should have the skills to function competently in all areas of Midwifery. In addition, candidates are expected to be involved in weekly chart review and be willing to participate in public speaking opportunities, legislative efforts, conferences, workshops, and study groups.

Professional Qualifications: Current Idaho CNM license or CPM certificate. A full-time position means 3 clinic days per week plus 10-15 days of on-call either as first or second on-call midwife. Compensation depends on experience.

For more information about Treasure Valley Midwives please visit our website at www.treasurevalleymidwives.com . You may e-mail or fax a resume with cover letter including salary expectations to: treasurevalleymidwives@gmail.com Fax: 208.343.6828

Posted 03/22/07 - Mercy Maternity Center, located in Davao City, Philippines has openings for summer volunteers and/or interns. Mercy Maternity is the largest charity based birthing center in the Philippines. We deliver approximately 125 babies per month and have a full time staff of 10 midwives. We would like
to open our center during the months of July, August, and September to
anyone who is interested in coming to work with us. We are currently
looking for 2 separate groups of people: 1- Licensed midwives or CPMs who would like the opportunity to serve the people of this community. 2-
Midwifery students seeking to gain high volume clinical experience through our short term internship program
. If you are interested, or would like more information, please visit our web site at: www.midwifeschool.org (the short term link is on the home page and is titled "Intensive Skills
Training", or email me directly at: director@midwifeschool.org
Thanks! -Krystina McNeil

 

 

 

 

Posted 11/30/09

Don't Let Midwives & Moms Be Left Out of National Health Care Reform!

The MAMA Campaign is Midwives and Mothers in Action to gain federal recognition of Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs) so that women and families can have increased access to quality, affordable maternity care in the settings of their choice.  

5 Things You Can Do As a Student Midwife:

•  Get Connected: Contact Kristin Effland at Kristineffland@gmail.com and ask to be part of a growing network of students who want to promote midwifery, the CPM credential and better birth options.

•  Sign up to join the MAMA Campaign at www.mamacampaign.org/signup/

•  Make a donation to the MAMA Campaign at: www.nacpmcommunity.org/content.aspx?page_id=301&club_id=962241

OR

Help MAMA get the money needed to succeed

•  Encourage your family and friends to contribute to the MAMA Campaign for federal recognition of Certified Professional Midwives

•  Ask for donations in your name instead of a birthday or holiday gift

•  Help MAMA solicit major donors – Contact us if you have major donor contacts or if you would like major donor packets to distribute

•  Help Gather Grassroots Support:

•  Collect the emails of your fellow students, family, friends and supporters and submit them to the MAMA Campaign. Contact us for an Email Sign-Up Sheet

•  Email and call your fellow students, family, friends and supporters encouraging them to join the MAMA campaign so that when we need to contact our Representatives, we will be poised and ready!
Let them know they can sign up here: www.mamacampaign.org/signup/

•  Plan Local Events to raise funds and awareness

•  Staff an informational Booth at your local farmer's market, county fair, park or city street corner to collect emails and donations for the MAMA Campaign

•  Organize a Picnic or Potluck or Parade to collect emails and donations

•  Does your local bar do a monthly fundraiser? Ask them to support the MAMA Campaign

Why Bother?

This is a critical moment in history when mothers and midwives can either be included in national health care reform or left out.

Let's create some local energy and begin mobilizing women and families!

Contact Kristin Effland at Kristineffland@gmail.com or call

(206) 498-2750 to get involved!

Posted 11/30/09

MAMA Campaign

We are at a moment in history that could affect the future of midwifery for decades.  We have the opportunity to positively influence health care legislation to ensure access to midwifery care or be left behind as details of a reformed system are established in law in the next few months.  

I am writing to you to ask you to support the Midwives and Mothers in Action (MAMA) Campaign. The specific Campaign aim is inserting an amendment to mandate Medicaid coverage for CPM services on the federal level into the health care bills that are moving quickly towards completion in congress right now.

This multi-faceted campaign is being directed by a steering committee representing a historic coalition of the key midwifery and consumer organizations in the US: NACPM, MANA, NARM, MEAC, CfM and ICTC, the organizations that will sustain and grow the profession of CPMs into the future. They have hired a top-notch lobbying firm in Washington, D.C. who has been central to the campaign's strategy and success so far.

The health care reform bills are now in their final stages. The Campaign has secured substantial support in both the Senate and the House, but we need to maintain a strategic presence in Washington D.C. To date the campaign has raised over $130,000 to support this work – the largest fund raising effort on behalf of midwifery in the U.S.! $30,000 more is urgently needed in the next few weeks to carry the Campaign to the end of the year.  

If you believe, as I do, that midwifery care represents a vital resource in a reformed U.S. health care system and support access to midwifery care for all women, please support the MAMA Campaign.

Have you donated yet? If so, can you give again?  If not, your contribution means even more now.  Let's not lose momentum when we are so, so close!

What you can do now:

1. Attend the free informational Webinar on December 3 at 8 PM EST and learn about the Campaign's latest success and strategy. Click here to register and receive easy steps to join or visit https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/70995757.

2. Visit the new MAMA Campaign website at www.mamacampaign.org.   Sign up as an endorser and donate ! Please  make a contribution today.

3. Forward this message to everyone you think supports increased access to midwifery care and ask them to give to the MAMA Campaign also.

Thank you!


Suzy Myers, LM, CPM, MPH Chair, Department of Midwifery Bastyr University at Talaris
4000 NE 41st, Bldg D, Ste. 3 Seattle , Wash.  98105 206-322-8834, xt 108

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Disclaimer: Neither NCM nor any of its affiliates, employees or directors make any guarantee or recommendation of any of the information on this page. NCM and the web developers accept no responsibility for inaccurate information or typographical errors. This page is simply a place for students and preceptors to post infomation.

 

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