Postpartum / Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP / FNP)

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

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Position Overview

Location: Hybrid (Inpatient Hospital & Outpatient Clinic)
Schedule: 8-hour shifts; requires 16 hours of weekend coverage per month.

Capital Health Medical Group is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) for a full-time, hybrid Postpartum role. As an advanced practice registered nurse specializing in maternal healthcare after childbirth, you will manage physical recovery, address acute complications, support mental health, and coordinate comprehensive follow-up care. This dynamic position splits time between inpatient postpartum rounding and outpatient reproductive health services, ensuring seamless continuity of care for our patients.

Key Responsibilities

Inpatient Postpartum Care

• Daily Rounding: Conduct daily physical assessments and clinical reviews for both vaginal and cesarean delivery patients throughout their hospital stay.
• Acute Management: Monitor physical recovery, interpret laboratory results, initiate clinical orders, and formulate definitive treatment plans.
• Emergency Response: Respond promptly to pages, texts, and alerts regarding postpartum patient status, including urgent or emergent complications (e.g., hemorrhage, infection).

• Lactation & Mental Health Support: Provide breastfeeding education and conduct mental health screenings, including evaluations for postpartum depression.
• Discharge Coordination: Manage comprehensive follow-up planning and discharge care coordination.

Outpatient Clinic Care

• Obstetrical Care: Conduct routine prenatal and postpartum clinic visits.
• Gynecological Care: Perform routine annual well-woman exams and evaluate acute or chronic gynecological issues.
• Family Planning: Provide personalized contraceptive counseling and management.

• Education & Certification: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program. Board certification as a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
• Licensure: Active, unrestricted Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license in the State of New Jersey (or eligible to obtain).
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience in Labor & Delivery (L&D) or Mother/Baby (Postpartum) care.
• Skills: Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication, and the ability to work effectively in fast-paced inpatient and outpatient environments.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Commuter Transit

• Commuter Parking

• Supplemental Life Insurance

- Voluntary Life Spouse

- Voluntary Life Employee

- Voluntary Life Child

• Voluntary Legal Services

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.