Certified Nurse Midwife OB/GYN

Providence Medical Group (PMG)

Providence St. Joseph Hospital Eureka

Eureka, California

Providence is seeking a passionate and skilled Certified Nurse Midwife to join our collaborative OB/GYN team in Eureka.

Posted Sep 11

Shift and hours: Rotating Monday-Friday schedule Enjoy a rotating Monday-Friday schedule and 5 weeks of paid time off annually for vacation, holidays, and CME.
Unit and setting: OB/GYN · Hospital Be part of a strong legacy over 150 years, serving patients from all walks of life - including the underserved and uninsured.patients from all walks of life, including underserved and uninsured
License: CNM license
Term: Permanent Competitive compensation ranging from $169,714 and $214,629 (Salary is based on Full-time), plus eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).Full-time

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Certification: Certified Nurse Midwife What We’re Looking For: A Certified Nurse Midwife with at least 1 year of experience and the required certifications listed above.
Experience: at least 1 year of experience

What it pays

Loan repayment: eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pay reviews: salary is based on full-time

Benefits

Benefits5 weeks of paid time off annually for vacation, holidays, and CMEEnjoy a rotating Monday-Friday schedule and 5 weeks of paid time off annually for vacation, holidays, and CME.
BenefitsPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibilityCompetitive compensation ranging from $169,714 and $214,629 (Salary is based on Full-time), plus eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
Benefitsmedical insuranceFull medical
BenefitsCME allowanceCME allowance
Full medical
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5 weeks of paid time off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

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Care model: collaborative care with physicians and advanced practice providers Work side-by-side with a tight-knit group of physicians and advanced practice providers in a supportive, collegial environment.
Day to day: deliver inpatient care in close coordination with OB/GYN practice Deliver care where it matters most, in close coordination with our OB/GYN practice.
Hours stated: Enjoy a rotating Monday–Friday schedule

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Providence is seeking a passionate and skilled Certified Nurse Midwife to join our collaborative OB/GYN team in Eureka. This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact in a community that values compassionate care and clinical excellence.

Eureka offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and small-town charm. Nestled between redwood forests and the Pacific Ocean, it’s a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, artists, and anyone seeking a slower pace of life with a strong sense of community.

The Value of Working with Us

Teamwork that empowers: Work side-by-side with a tight-knit group of physicians and advanced practice providers in a supportive, collegial environment.
Mission-driven care: Be part of a strong legacy over 150 years, serving patients from all walks of life — including the underserved and uninsured.
Work-life harmony: Enjoy a rotating Monday–Friday schedule and 5 weeks of paid time off annually for vacation, holidays, and CME.
Inpatient focus: Deliver care where it matters most, in close coordination with our OB/GYN practice.
Financial peace of mind: Competitive compensation ranging from $169,714 and $214,629 (Salary is based on Full-time), plus eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
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Full medical, dental, vision, retirement, CME allowance, and more.

What We’re Looking For: A Certified Nurse Midwife with at least 1 year of experience and the required certifications listed above.

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What's around it?

In Eureka, CA

Eureka, CAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% above the US average

Median rent: $1,195/mo
Household income: $57,662/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Eureka, CA

NeighborhoodsNurses and medical professionals in Eureka typically settle in quieter residential pockets like Sequoia Park, known for well-kept mid-century ranches and bungalows bordering the old-growth forest, or Cutten, an unincorporated woodsy enclave south of town that offers larger lots and a suburban retreat feel. Humboldt Hill, situated further south, provides single-level ranch homes on expansive parcels with scenic coastal views and a tight-knit neighborhood atmosphere. Those preferring central walkability gravitate toward Henderson Center for easy access to independent shops, or Cooper Heights and the central H, I, and J street corridors, which offer convenient bicycle and walking routes toward Old Town, Cooper's Gulch, and the bayfront.

Nurses and medical professionals in Eureka typically settle in quieter residential pockets like Sequoia Park, known for well-kept mid-century ranches and bungalows bordering the old-growth forest, or Cutten, an unincorporated woodsy enclave south of town that offers larger lots and a suburban retreat feel. Humboldt Hill, situated further south, provides single-level ranch homes on expansive parcels with scenic coastal views and a tight-knit neighborhood atmosphere.

Those preferring central walkability gravitate toward Henderson Center for easy access to independent shops, or Cooper Heights and the central H, I, and J street corridors, which offer convenient bicycle and walking routes toward Old Town, Cooper's Gulch, and the bayfront.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: reddit.com Source 2: humboldtcountyrealestate.com Source 3: quora.com Source 4: niche.com

Getting aroundDaily commutes within Eureka are exceptionally short, typically averaging around 13 to 15 minutes, with virtually none of the congestion seen in major California metros. Cross-town navigation relies on arterial grid routes such as H and I streets and the Redwood Highway corridor (Highway 101). Shift workers almost exclusively depend on personal vehicles because public transit options are sparse, though hospital parking is straightforward. When specialized medical transport or major metropolitan travel is required, however, the commute reality changes dramatically, demanding a three- to six-hour highway drive to reach regional hubs in Redding, Santa Rosa, or Sacramento.

Daily commutes within Eureka are exceptionally short, typically averaging around 13 to 15 minutes, with virtually none of the congestion seen in major California metros. Cross-town navigation relies on arterial grid routes such as H and I streets and the Redwood Highway corridor (Highway 101).

Shift workers almost exclusively depend on personal vehicles because public transit options are sparse, though hospital parking is straightforward. When specialized medical transport or major metropolitan travel is required, however, the commute reality changes dramatically, demanding a three- to six-hour highway drive to reach regional hubs in Redding, Santa Rosa, or Sacramento.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: realestate.usnews.com Source 2: reddit.com Source 3: quora.com

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation is an integral part of everyday life in Eureka, with immediate access to ancient forests and rugged Pacific shores. Within city borders, the 67-acre Sequoia Park offers mature coastal redwood groves, walking trails, a duck pond, and the elevated Redwood Sky Walk, while the Hikshari Trail provides scenic walking and cycling right along Humboldt Bay. A short drive connects residents to the dramatic coastal expanses of Samoa Dunes, Moonstone Beach, and the scenic headlands of Trinidad, while inland excursions lead to deep wilderness along the Avenue of the Giants, Arcata Community Forest, and Redwood National and State Parks.

Outdoor recreation is an integral part of everyday life in Eureka, with immediate access to ancient forests and rugged Pacific shores. Within city borders, the 67-acre Sequoia Park offers mature coastal redwood groves, walking trails, a duck pond, and the elevated Redwood Sky Walk, while the Hikshari Trail provides scenic walking and cycling right along Humboldt Bay.

A short drive connects residents to the dramatic coastal expanses of Samoa Dunes, Moonstone Beach, and the scenic headlands of Trinidad, while inland excursions lead to deep wilderness along the Avenue of the Giants, Arcata Community Forest, and Redwood National and State Parks.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: humboldtcountyrealestate.com Source 2: historiceaglehouse.com Source 3: cuttenrealty.com Source 4: homeandmoney.com

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Eureka offers healthcare professionals an authentic North Coast lifestyle defined by dramatic natural beauty, Victorian architectural heritage, and an unhurried pace. Set between Humboldt Bay and towering old-growth redwoods, the city allows nurses to leave behind metropolitan gridlock in favor of effortless 15-minute cross-town commutes along routes like the H and I street corridors. Off-shift hours are rich with outdoor recreation: you can walk through the canopy on the Redwood Sky Walk at Sequoia Park, cycle the waterfront Hikshari Trail, or take in a sunset over Humboldt Bay aboard the Madaket ferry before grabbing wood-fired dinner at Brick & Fire Bistro or drinks at Phatsy Kline's in historic Old Town. Established residential enclaves like Cutten, Sequoia Park, and Humboldt Hill provide peaceful retreats surrounded by greenery. However, relocation requires a clear-eyed view of local tradeoffs. Eureka is geographically remote, sitting hours from major urban medical complexes, winters are persistently overcast and damp, and pockets of town struggle with visible homelessness and petty crime. For nurses seeking community connection, cool coastal climates, and wilderness at their doorstep, Eureka offers a unique Northern California refuge.

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As of 2026Source 1: humboldtcountyrealestate.com Source 2: realestate.usnews.com Source 3: californiathroughmylens.com Source 4: historiceaglehouse.com Source 5: cuttenrealty.com Source 6: quora.com

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Eureka, CAFrom Census ACS 2024.