nurse-midwife
Noun: A registered nurse who has completed additional, specialized training to be certified as a midwife. This professional provides comprehensive prenatal, childbirth, and postpartum care, combining nursing skills with midwifery practice.
A "nurse-midwife" is a healthcare professional. The term is typically used in formal, medical, or occupational contexts to specify a person's dual qualifications. - She decided to have her baby delivered by a nurse-midwife at the birthing center. - The hospital employs several nurse-midwives in its maternity ward.
- "Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM)": This is the formal title and credential in the United States for a nurse-midwife who has passed a national certification exam.
- After her training, she became a Certified Nurse-Midwife.
- Midwife (noun): A person, not necessarily a nurse, trained to assist women in childbirth.
- Nurse Practitioner (noun): A registered nurse with advanced clinical training, often in a specific field like family or pediatric care.
- Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM)
- Midwifery practitioner (when referring to the role)
The term specifically denotes a professional who holds both nursing and midwifery credentials. It is distinct from a "lay midwife" or "direct-entry midwife," who may not have a nursing background. The role emphasizes a holistic model of care for women and newborns.
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a registered nurse who has received special training as a midwife
