What is a Certified Nurse-Midwife?

Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs) provide care to laboring women as part of our team. CNMs are registered nurses with graduate education in midwifery from a nurse-midwifery education program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education. This education includes a university degree as well as hands-on clinical training by practicing CNMs. Each CNM has passed the national certification exam through the American Midwifery Certification Board.

As your partner in care, your midwife will provide you with information and resources so you can make informed decisions. This shared approach to decision making and partnering in planning your care is a key aspect of your midwife’s approach to health care.