Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) Job Description Template

CNM Job Description 

Introduction: Start with a concise summary of the CNM role and its primary responsibilities. Include details such as care settings (e.g., clinic, hospital, birth center), shift expectations, and whether the role includes on-call duties or team leadership.

About your facility: Use this section to promote your organization’s mission, values, and commitment to quality maternal and reproductive healthcare. Mention any awards, accreditations (like Baby-Friendly designation), or clinical outcomes you’re proud of. Highlight what makes your environment supportive for midwifery-led care.

Role and responsibilities: Provide a detailed list of day-to-day duties to help CNMs determine if the role is a good fit. Use bullet points to improve clarity. Examples include:

• Provide full-scope midwifery care across pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum, and well-woman visits 

• Conduct prenatal screenings and physical assessments 

• Manage labor and support patients through delivery 

• Offer family planning and contraceptive counseling 

• Collaborate with OB-GYNs, pediatricians, and nursing staff 

• Recognize and respond to obstetric emergencies 

• Document care plans and outcomes in the EMR system 

• Educate patients on reproductive and maternal health 

• Support breastfeeding and early newborn care 

• Promote culturally competent, trauma-informed, and patient-centered care 

• Adhere to clinical guidelines, legal standards, and professional ethics 

Expectations: Clarify job status (full-time, part-time, per diem), shift type (day/night, on-call rotation), and schedule requirements. Include benefits that matter to CNMs, such as:

• Tuition reimbursement or CE stipends 

• On-call pay differentials 

• Opportunities for involvement in quality initiatives 

• Work-life balance programs or flexible scheduling 

• Pathways to leadership or policy involvement 

Example: 

This position is full-time with a rotating on-call schedule. CNMs typically attend 8–10 births per month. We offer a competitive salary, CME allowance, malpractice insurance, and funding for ACNM membership. 

Physical requirements: 

Be transparent about the job’s demands. For example:

This role requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, assist with labor and delivery support, and respond rapidly to emergencies. Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally. 

Minimum qualifications: 

Outline the essential credentials and experience candidates must have to be considered:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited nurse-midwifery program 

• Current certification by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) 

• Active RN and APRN licenses in [state] 

• BLS and NRP certifications required; ACLS preferred 

• Minimum [X] years of experience in women’s health or labor & delivery preferred 

• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient advocacy skills 

• Comfortable practicing within a collaborative care model 

Conclusion: 

End with a motivating call to action that encourages qualified CNMs to apply.

If you’re passionate about delivering patient-centered, evidence-based midwifery care in a supportive and inclusive environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out to our recruiter to learn more about the position and interview process.