Locum CNM (Certified Nurse Midwife) Ob/Gyn
Compensation
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Job Description
This on-site, contract position is ideal for an associate-level professional who is passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centered women’s healthcare within a dynamic medical practice.
As a Certified Nurse Midwife, you will deliver comprehensive care across the full spectrum of obstetrics and gynecology, including prenatal, intrapartum, postpartum, and gynecological services.
Working alongside physicians, nurses, and support staff, you will play a key role in ensuring safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care for our patients. This locum tenens opportunity offers flexibility, meaningful clinical impact, and the chance to thrive in a supportive team environment..
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive prenatal care, including routine assessments and patient education.
- Manage labor and delivery, assisting with deliveries and responding to obstetric emergencies.
- Monitor maternal and fetal health throughout pregnancy and identify potential risks.
- Perform routine gynecological exams, screenings, and preventive care procedures.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as ultrasounds and laboratory panels.
- Prescribe medications and implement treatment plans in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborate with obstetricians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
- Educate patients on family planning, contraception, menopause, and overall wellness.
- Document all patient encounters accurately in electronic health records.
- Provide postpartum care and breastfeeding support to new mothers.
- Participate in on-call rotations and ensure timely availability for urgent obstetric needs.
- Adhere to all medical practice policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
Current certification as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) from the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB).
- Active and unrestricted registered nurse and nurse midwife licensure in the applicable state.
- Master’s degree or higher in Nurse Midwifery or a related field from an accredited program.
- Associate-level clinical experience in obstetrics and gynecology, with demonstrated competency in core midwifery skills.
- Strong knowledge of prenatal, intrapartum, postpartum, and gynecological care standards.
- Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with patients and colleagues.
- Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical documentation.
- Composure and sound judgment in high-pressure clinical situations.
- Flexibility to accommodate on-site contract scheduling, including possible weekends and holidays.
- Current CPR and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications.
- Commitment to providing culturally sensitive, evidence-based, and compassionate care.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00a-4:30p
Call: Weeknight and weekend beeper call
Setting: Inpatient & outpatient
70 beds
Annual Volume: 420 births
Must be board-certified
Paid travel & lodging
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Nurse Midwifery — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Nurse Midwifery listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 66% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
Nurse Midwifery pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.1 / 10 · above average in nurse midwife | ranked against 350 Nurse Midwife listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Nurse Midwifery median $142k (middle half $127k–$156k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | New York index 107.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Nurse Midwifery listings in New York | 35 active | 351 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 20% remote · 66% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York Nurse Practitioner listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Nurse Midwifery hiring demand | #3 of 19 specialties | postings stay open a median 47 days · 15% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 131 postings, 106 closed |
| New Nurse Midwifery listings | 102 in the last 30 days | 99 the 30 days before (+3%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Nurse Midwifery pay trend | +6.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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