CNM
Medical abbreviation · Healthcare Credential
| Stands for | Certified nurse-midwife |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
CNM stands for Certified nurse-midwife, a healthcare credential abbreviation.
Advanced practice registered nurse who provides prenatal care, attends births, and offers gynecologic and family planning care. CNMs graduate from programs accredited by ACME and pass the American Midwifery Certification Board exam.
Example: Our CNMs attend births at the hospital and the adjacent birth center.
Usage notes
CNMs are licensed in all 50 states and attend the large majority of US midwife-attended births, most of them in hospitals. They may prescribe medications and manage normal pregnancies, consulting physicians for complications. Recertification is every five years.
Related abbreviations
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- CNL – Clinical Nurse Leader
- CNOR – Certified perioperative nurse
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.