Career Profile
Nurse Midwives
Nurse Midwives diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team.
General Information
Diagnose and coordinate all aspects of the birthing process, either independently or as part of a healthcare team. May provide well-woman gynecological care. Must have specialized, graduate nursing education.
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Nurse Midwives
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 1 openings per year are projected for Nurse Midwives.
Employment Change
Employment for Nurse Midwives is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.3% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $49.63/hour. Entry level workers are paid $20.10, while experienced workers are paid $57.11. The median wage is significantly above average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 11 Nurse Midwives in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 13.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Nurse Midwives are Offices of Physicians, Offices of Other Health Practitioners, and General Medical and Surgical Hospitals.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Nurse Midwives include Medicine and Dentistry, Psychology, and Customer and Personal Service.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Nurse Midwives is Postgraduate degree. 100% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.