Professional

Miri is a Family and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). She achieved her bachelors and masters of science in Midwifery and Women’s Health from Columbia University in New York City. She then completed a post-masters certificate as a Family Nurse Practitioner at the University of Massachusetts. Miri is dedicated to helping women learn how to breastfeed and continue successfully. Miri is also passionate about supporting women and families throughout the lifespan.

MIRI LEVI, MS, FNP-BC, WHNP-BC, CNM, IBCLC

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EDUCATION

Western Governor’s University

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) in Healthcare Management, Anticipated Graduation Date: Dec 2019

University of Massachusetts

Post Masters Certificate Family Nurse Practitioner, Dec 2012

International Board Certified Lactation Education, Pathway 3

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Oct 2012

Columbia University School of Nursing, New York, NY

Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse Midwifery and Women’s Health, Dec 2011

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, May 2010, Sigma Theta Tau

New School University, New York, NY

BFA in Musical Theatre, May 2007, Dean’s List

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Providence Express Care (In Person and Virtual), Multiple Locations, WA, Sept 2016 – Present, Northwest Washington Region – Clinical Lead

Full scope clinical lead position managing multiple clinics and a team of 30 providers and medical assistants.  Job tasks include ongoing creation and review of clinical policies and procedures, efficiency workflows, performance reviews, management of clinical concerns, and hiring and on-boarding of new providers. Additional in clinic patient care with the ability to work solo including job tasks such as patient registration, copay collection, completing a health history, comprehensive physical exam, point of care testing evaluation, and diagnosis and management of medical care for individuals of all ages in a retail health setting both in person and via virtual care.

Camp Korey, Mt Vernon, WA, Mar 2017 – Apr 2018, Director of Nursing and Clinical Operations

Responsible for managing all aspects of the medical program at a year round camp program for children with complex medical conditions such as a history of solid organ transplant, skeletal dysplasia, epilepsy and neuromuscular disorders. Managed and operated on site medical center, created and updated medical policies and procedures, maintained ACA and SeriousFun accreditations, managed relationships with medical contacts in the community and supervised a staff of 5-30 individuals depending on programming.

Just Living Healthcare, Skagit County, WA, Dec 2015 – Present, Medical Director and Chief Executive Officer

Private practice for walk in clinic, women’s health and lactation consulting services. Management responsibilities include scope of practice policies and procedures, marketing, retail sales, insurance credentialing and billing, appointment scheduling, collaboration with other practices, and clinical care.

The Reading Birth Center, Reading, PA , July 2013 – Oct 2015, Midwifery Practice Quality Manager

Managed monthly chart review, member of the hospital cesarean section review committee, provided all breastfeeding education for patients and staff, and acted as supervisor for all nursing staff on breastfeeding related issues.

Camp Naaleh, New York, NY, Jun 2004 – Aug 2006, Director of Operations and Programs

As a member of the executive team, managed a staff of 25, directed purchasing, interfaced with vendors, administered all camp activities and outings, organized and ran local and national events for children aged 8 – 18, aided in marketing, and maintained regular communication with parents and vendors.

Habonim Dror Workshop Program, Israel, Aug 2001 – May 2002, Leadership Training Program

Lived abroad and volunteered with the local communities in several locations in Israel. Participated in multiple seminars and training programs with a focus on leadership and management skills.

WOMEN’S HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER / MIDWIFE WORK EXPERIENCE

Providence Pavilion for Women & Children, Everett, Sept 2016 – Present

Full scope obstetric and gynecologic nurse-midwifery position with clinic and inpatient responsibilities. Job tasks include management of labor, independent practice as the delivering provider, collaboration with physicians and nurses, suturing, prescribing, antepartum and postpartum care, and patient education.

Einstein Medical Center Montgomery, Pennsylvania, Feb 2016 – Aug 2016

Laborist position providing 24/7 coverage for labor and delivery, obstetric triage, antepartum and postpartum units. Job tasks include management of labor, independent practice as the delivering provider, collaboration with physicians and nurses, suturing, prescribing, triage evaluation, and patient education.

Reading OBGYN and Birth Center, Reading, PA, Jul 2013 – Oct 2015

Full scope obstetric and gynecologic nurse-midwifery position with in-hospital birth, out of hospital birth center, and home birth. Sole lactation consultant managing all breastfeeding issues at the practice, providing breastfeeding education and supervising nursing staff.

The Childbirth and Women’s Wellness Center, Clifton, NJ, Aug 2012 – Jun 2013

Full scope obstetric and gynecologic nurse-midwifery position with in-hospital birth. Sole lactation consultant responsible for all breastfeeding difficulties in the practice.

FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER WORK EXPERIENCE

Providence Express Care (In Person and Virtual), Multiple Locations, WA, Sept 2016 – Present

Full scope single practitioner position in multiple clinics with the ability to work solo or with support staff. Job tasks include patient registration, copay collection, completing a health history, comprehensive physical exam, point of care testing evaluation, and diagnosis and management of medical care for individuals of all ages in a retail health setting both in person and via virtual care.

Synergy Healthcare, Anacortes, WA, Jan 2017 – Present

Founding provider for new full scope solo practitioner employee health clinic. Job tasks include establishment of scope of practice and clinical guidelines, clinic marketing, ordering of medical, lab, and office supplies, phlebotomy, billing, coding, and full scope walk in clinic medical care for individuals of all ages.

Island Hospital Walk-In Clinic, Anacortes, WA, Feb 2017 – Present

Full scope single practitioner position in busy walk-in clinic. Job tasks include completing a health history, comprehensive physical exam, and diagnosis and management of medical care for individuals of all ages.

Matrix Medical Washington, Aug 2016 – Present

In-home health and wellness assessments with a focus on preventive geriatric medicine. Job tasks include completing a health history, comprehensive physical exam, and diagnosis and management of medical care for individuals of all ages.

Virginia Mason Walk-In Clinic, South Lake Union, Seattle , Aug 2016 – Feb 2017

Founding provider for new walk in clinic service line at large health system. Full scope single practitioner position in new stand-alone clinic location. Job tasks included scope of practice policies and procedures, clinic marketing, ongoing clinic metrics evaluation, supervision of support staff, and full scope walk in clinic medical care for individuals of all ages.

CVS Minute Clinic, Pennsylvania , Nov 2015 – July 2016

Full scope solo practitioner position in multiple clinics. Job tasks included patient registration, copay collection, check out procedures, point of care testing completion, clinic ordering, inventory, marketing, and full scope retail health style medical care.

Complex Care Solutions, Pennsylvania, Jun 2015 – Aug 2016

In-home health and wellness assessments with a focus on preventive geriatric medicine. Job tasks included completing a health history, comprehensive physical exam, and diagnosis and management of medical care for individuals of all ages.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS/NON-PROFIT EXPERIENCE

Journal of Midwifery and Women’s Health – Reviewer, Dec 2018 – Present, Peer Reviewer for the journal providing ongoing assessment of manuscript applications for publications.

Island Hospital – Department of Medicine Executive Session Member, Sept 2018 – Present. Active medical staff member in good standing participating in the ongoing review of inpatient clinical cases.

Island Birth Association – Whidbey Island and Surrounding Areas, Mar 2018 – Present, Vice President in good standing. Responsible for helping create organizational documents including bylaws and Board member position requirements. Supports the President in facilitating meetings, planning and implementing member and community activities and managing memberships.

Mt Baker Nurse Practitioner Association – Whatcom, Skagit and Island Counties, Nov 2017 – Present, Vice President and Membership Chair in good standing. Responsible for managing membership list as well as recruitment and retention of members. Supports the President in facilitating meetings, planning and implementing member activities and representing the organization in the community. 

American College of Nurse Midwives – Item Writing Committee, Mar 2017 – Present, Item Writing Committee Member in good standing. Responsible for writing, editing and evaluating new test questions for the national certification exam required for entry into practice as a certified nurse-midwife in the United States.

ACNM and NAPNAP – Breastfeeding Expert, Mar 2013 – Present, Breastfeeding Expert and Consultant for the American College of Nurse Midwives and the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners.  Responsible for reviewing and updating association position statements, clinical policies and press releases created by these organizations to be used in the medical community, political or legislative agendas or for the community at large.

American College of Nurse Midwives – Exam Committee, Nov 2013 – Mar 2017, Certification Board Exam Committee Member in good standing. Worked with an elite team of clinical experts to create the national certification examination required for entry into practice as a nurse-midwife in the United States. Responsibilities included writing, editing and evaluating new test questions, researching questions to ensure accuracy and fairness and reviewing comments and suggestions for future tests.

Berks County Breastfeeding Coalition, Reading, PA, Aug 2013 – Aug 2016, Co-Chair and Founding Board Member in good standing for three years. Created and maintained the organization’s website and Facebook page, facilitated meetings, recruited board members and organized and ran events.

International Lactation Consultant Association – Medialert Team, Feb 2014 – Sept 2015, Team Member with shared responsibility for managing and updating ILCA’s social media accounts.

Mother’s Milk Bank of New York, New York, Nov 2012 – Apr 2015, Associate Board Member. Provided input and support for the creation of the first milk bank in New York State.

American College of Nurse Midwives – NJ Affiliate, Jan 2013 – Jan 2014, Treasurer and Board Member in good standing. Maintained bank records, updated budgets, and prepared tax returns and managed monies including bill pay, reimbursement payments and acceptance of donations.

Westchester/Putnam/Rockland Lactation Consortium, NY ILCA Affiliate, Nov 2011 – Dec 2014, Co-Chair and Founding Board Member in good standing for three years. Created and maintained the organization’s website and Facebook page, facilitated meetings, recruited board members and organized and ran events.

ACTIVE MEMBERSHIPS

American Association of Nurse Practitioners

American College of Nurse Midwives

International Lactation Consultant Association

Island Birth Association

Mt Baker Nurse Practitioners Association

United States Lactation Consultant Association

PUBLICATIONS/PRESENTATIONS

Commentary: Midwives as Primary Care Providers: Complex Considerations, Journal of Midwifery and Women’s Health, Primary Care Special Issue 2019

Share with Women: Upper Respiratory Infections, Journal of Midwifery and Women’s Health, Primary Care Special Issue 2019

Clinical Rounds: Management of Upper Respiratory Infections in the Women’s Health Setting, Journal of Midwifery and Women’s Health, Primary Care Special Issue 2019

Multiple Articles, Journal of Midwifery and Women’s Health, Peer Reviewer

Differentiating Breastfeeding Pain from Tongue Tie to Vasospasm, Building Better Breastfeeding Conference, Sept 15 – Oct 31, 2015

iLactation Conference, Online

HONORS AND AWARDS

Susan Stein Scholar, 2010

School of Nursing Alumni Association Scholar, 2010

Hearst Foundation Nursing Scholar, 2009

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Certified Surgical First Assistant

Certified Adult, Pediatric and Infant CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor

Familiar with Electronic Medical Records – multiple software platforms including Epic, Cerner, Meditech and Practice Fusion

Familiar with website management, social media platforms, database platforms and Microsoft Office suite