Nurse midwives are advanced practice registered nurses who specialize in women's reproductive health and childbirth. Their job description typically includes providing prenatal care, assisting in labor and delivery, offering postpartum care, conducting gynecological exams, educating patients on reproductive health, and promoting wellness. They may work in hospitals, birthing centers, clinics, or provide home birth services.
This income data is sourced from the May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey. The dataset is updated annually.
Annual Pay Distribution | Salary |
|---|---|
10th percentile | $75,340.00 |
25th percentile | $75,340.00 |
median (50th percentile) | $132,420.00 |
75th percentile | $135,540.00 |
90th percentile | - |
Hourly Pay Distribution | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|
10th percentile | $36.22 |
25th percentile | $36.22 |
median (50th percentile) | $63.67 |
75th percentile | $65.16 |
90th percentile | - |
To become a Nurse Midwife, individuals typically need to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited institution, which usually takes around four years. After obtaining a BSN, aspiring Nurse Midwives must also complete a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program with a specialization in nurse-midwifery, which can take an additional 1-3 years. Additionally, they must obtain certification as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) through the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB). Therefore, to work as a Nurse Midwife, completion of high school and college is necessary. Training for Nurse Midwives typically involves a combination of classroom instruction, clinical experience, and hands-on training in areas such as prenatal care, labor and delivery, postpartum care, and gynecological services. This training encompasses various aspects of women's health, childbirth, pharmacology, pathology, and advanced assessment skills. Students also gain practical experience by working alongside experienced professionals in hospital settings, birthing centers, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Additionally, they are required to complete a certain number of supervised clinical hours to graduate and become eligible for certification as a Nurse Midwife.