Published Mar 29, 2011
LiLoRN
50 Posts
I was speaking to a women's health NP who stated her doctor is going to train her to deliver babies. I thought you have to be a CNM to deliver...anyone know if it's in the scope of practice for NPs?
danceluver
653 Posts
would also be interested in knowing this! PS: What state are you in, or the woman you talked to practice in?
Florida
nomadcrna, DNP, CRNA, NP
730 Posts
I delivered 5 during my OB rotation but I'd only do it in an emergency situation, as in ER.
You need to by a certified midwife otherwise.
NPinWCH
374 Posts
It is completely outside the scope of practice for any NP, unless they are dual certified as a CNM.
That's what I thought! Thanks for the responses!