A Certified Nurse-Midwife's Job Description
A certified nurse-midwife, or CNM, works under the supervision of a doctor to provide labor and delivery support at hospitals and birthing centers. Many women choose to give birth with the help of a CNM because often a CNM can provide a more personal approach to labor and delivery.
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Function
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A certified nurse-midwife provides prenatal, labor and delivery care to pregnant woman. Most CNMs work under a doctor and deliver infants in a hospital setting. However, some CNMs also work in birthing centers or provide services in a patient's home.
Duties
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The duties of a CNM are very similar to those of an obstetrician. CNMs can prescribe medicine, monitor a pregnancy and handle all aspects of labor, delivery and postpartum care for their patients.
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Education
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Certified nurse-midwives must earn a master's degree in nursing and pass state certification exams. Most universities that offer CNM programs require students to already have a registered nurse license before beginning the program.
Job Outlook
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the outlook for all nursing jobs is excellent. Growth above average is expected.
Salary
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The American College of Midwives reported that the median salary for certified nurse-midwives in its 2007 survey was $79,093 to $89,916. However, over 15 percent of full time midwives made over $100,000 per year.
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References
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