Certified Nurse Midwife Jobs in Texas
Certified Nurse Midwife jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and large OB-GYN group practices at levels from new graduate to seasoned lead clinician. The heaviest hiring is in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where established systems like Baylor Scott & White Health, UT Health, and Texas Children's Hospital maintain ongoing CNM openings. The most sought-after specialties include high-risk obstetrics, low-intervention birth center care, and reproductive health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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See related jobsBaylor College of Medicine and CHRISTUS Children's:
CHRISTUS Children's, a world-class 240-bed freestanding children's hospital in San Antonio, serves as a focal point for pediatric services throughout the community. In 2013, CHRISTUS Health finalized an agreement partnering with Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) to recruit, employ, and oversee physicians and advanced practice providers at CHRISTUS Children's.
Baylor College of Medicine is recognized as one of the nation's premier academic health science centers and is known for excellence in education, research, healthcare, and community service. BCM is currently associated with multiple educational, healthcare, and research affiliates.
Summary
The Division of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife. The Certified Nurse Midwife will provide medical care and treatment for women's reproductive health and childbirth. The CNM practices in The Center for Midwifery and Women's Health, in collaboration with a supervising obstetrician/gynecologist, and in partnership with the high-risk specialist in Baylor College of Medicine Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine. The division consists of 2 board-certified physicians. The position is employed by Baylor College of Medicine and offers a highly competitive salary and excellent benefits package including paid relocation. The candidates' credentials and experience will determine the rank of the academic appointment.
Job Duties
Responsibilities will be assigned by the Chair of OBGYN and may be altered in response to changing Departmental and Division needs.
- Provide prenatal and postpartum care for pregnant women.
- Round on Labor and Delivery and take calls for Midwifery Practice in accordance with Division requirements.
- Tend to patients and newborns during labor and delivery.
- Performing routine gynecological care, including exams and in-office procedures.
- Educating patients on parenting and family planning.
- Maintaining patient medical records.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and refer patients to specialists when necessary.
- Testing for and diagnosing various medical conditions.
- Providing emotional support for expectant and new mothers.
- Providing other services as necessary within the scope of a certified nurse-midwife.
- Attend hospital and division/department meetings in accordance with department requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in Midwifery or Nursing or related field.
- Current licensing as an Advanced Practice Nurse/Nurse-midwife by the Texas State Board of Nurse-Examiners.
Baylor College of Medicine and CHRISTUS Children's:
CHRISTUS Children's, a world-class 240-bed freestanding children's hospital in San Antonio, serves as a focal point for pediatric services throughout the community. In 2013, CHRISTUS Health finalized an agreement partnering with Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) to recruit, employ, and oversee physicians and advanced practice providers at CHRISTUS Children's.
Baylor College of Medicine is recognized as one of the nation's premier academic health science centers and is known for excellence in education, research, healthcare, and community service. BCM is currently associated with multiple educational, healthcare, and research affiliates.
Summary
The Division of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife. The Certified Nurse Midwife will provide medical care and treatment for women's reproductive health and childbirth. The CNM practices in The Center for Midwifery and Women's Health, in collaboration with a supervising obstetrician/gynecologist, and in partnership with the high-risk specialist in Baylor College of Medicine Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine. The division consists of 2 board-certified physicians. The position is employed by Baylor College of Medicine and offers a highly competitive salary and excellent benefits package including paid relocation. The candidates' credentials and experience will determine the rank of the academic appointment.
Job Duties
Responsibilities will be assigned by the Chair of OBGYN and may be altered in response to changing Departmental and Division needs.
- Provide prenatal and postpartum care for pregnant women.
- Round on Labor and Delivery and take calls for Midwifery Practice in accordance with Division requirements.
- Tend to patients and newborns during labor and delivery.
- Performing routine gynecological care, including exams and in-office procedures.
- Educating patients on parenting and family planning.
- Maintaining patient medical records.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and refer patients to specialists when necessary.
- Testing for and diagnosing various medical conditions.
- Providing emotional support for expectant and new mothers.
- Providing other services as necessary within the scope of a certified nurse-midwife.
- Attend hospital and division/department meetings in accordance with department requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in Midwifery or Nursing or related field.
- Current licensing as an Advanced Practice Nurse/Nurse-midwife by the Texas State Board of Nurse-Examiners.
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Who's Hiring
- Baylor College of Medicine3
- Baylor Scott & White Health2
Top Industries Hiring
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- Healthcare & Medical Services2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified nurse midwife jobs across Texas.
- Active certified nurse midwife license issued or recognized by the Texas Board of Nursing
- Current AMCB certification as a Certified Nurse-Midwife required for all clinical positions
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited midwifery program
- Collaborative practice agreement with a Texas-licensed physician required for independent practice
- Current CPR and NRP certification maintained throughout employment
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner strongly preferred
Certified Nurse Midwife Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified nurse midwife in Texas?
To become a certified nurse midwife in Texas, you must first hold an active registered nurse license with the Texas Board of Nursing, complete an accredited graduate-level nurse-midwifery program, and pass the American Midwifery Certification Board exam. Texas requires CNMs to maintain a written collaborative practice agreement with a supervising physician to prescribe medications and practice independently. The Texas Board of Nursing handles advanced practice registration, and CNMs are recognized under the state's Advanced Practice Registered Nurse framework.
How much do certified nurse midwifes make in Texas?
Certified nurse midwifes in Texas earn a median of about $123,380 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $90,260 for the lowest 10% to over $153,100 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire certified nurse midwifes in Texas?
Employers hiring certified nurse midwifes in Texas right now include Baylor College of Medicine and Baylor Scott & White Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems and federally qualified health centers tend to hire the most consistently, especially for roles in urban and underserved rural communities.
Which Texas cities have the most certified nurse midwife jobs?
San Antonio, Brenham, and Temple have the most certified nurse midwife openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth drive the largest share of postings due to their dense concentration of major hospital systems and academic medical centers, while San Antonio's strong military-connected healthcare infrastructure and growing civilian health sector add consistent demand in that metro.
Are there remote certified nurse midwife jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of certified nurse midwife openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which reflects how hands-on clinical care defines most of the role. The portions most likely to shift remote are telehealth prenatal consultations and postpartum follow-up visits, which some Texas health systems and digital health employers now offer as standalone positions.
How can I get hired as a certified nurse midwife in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate CNM residency or fellowship, and Texas has several options worth targeting directly. Baylor Scott & White Health and UT Health San Antonio both offer structured onboarding programs for new-credential midwives. Birth centers affiliated with Certified Nurse-Midwife practices in Austin and Houston often hire new graduates into supervised roles. Candidates who completed clinical rotations at a Texas facility have a clear advantage, as do those with prior labor and delivery RN experience, which is the most common lateral move into a first CNM position.
Where can I find and apply to certified nurse midwife jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to certified nurse midwife jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location preference and apply directly to the employer from the listing.
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