H-1B Visa Midwife Jobs
Midwife roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations when the position requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or midwifery plus licensure. U.S. hospitals and birth centers sponsor H-1B visas for midwives, but credential verification, state licensure timelines, and prevailing wage requirements shape which employers can realistically move quickly.
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You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more.
As a Registered Nurse (RN) Certified Midwife you are responsible for managing the care of essentially healthy women and co-managing with a physician, the care of those clients who develop problems that put them at a greater risk. As a Certified Midwife RN will be trained to assist women during childbirth, antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum care. Delivers babies and assists physicians in procedures such as C-sections. While in this RN position you will perform gynecological exams, prenatal care and education to patients.
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- Two years recent nursing experience.
- Masters degree in Certified Nurse Midwifery (ACNM accredited midwifery program required)
- Current state RN license for applicable state of employment
- Advanced Practice Nurse, required (Certified Nurse Midwife license for applicable state of employment)
- NRP certification; Evidence of current fetal monitoring education required
- BLS and ACLS, (AHA) required
Physical Requirements:
Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Where You'll Work
Colorado Springs, Colorado's second-largest city, boasts a thriving community rich in business experience and a historic background of achievement. With short commute times, affordable housing, great schools, and friendly neighbors, it consistently ranks as one of the best places to live.
Stunning Natural Beauty: Surrounded by mountains, parks, and outdoor recreation opportunities, including Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods.
Pleasant Climate: Enjoys a moderate climate with plenty of sunshine year-round, ideal for outdoor activities.
Thriving Job Market: Features a diverse economy with strong sectors in technology, defense, and healthcare, offering numerous job opportunities.
High Quality of Life: Benefits from a low cost of living relative to other major cities, combined with excellent schools and healthcare facilities.
Vibrant Community: Hosts an active cultural scene, including art festivals, music events, and local breweries, fostering a strong sense of community.
Pay Range
$107,411 - $200,616 /year
Job Summary and Responsibilities
You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more.
As a Registered Nurse (RN) Certified Midwife you are responsible for managing the care of essentially healthy women and co-managing with a physician, the care of those clients who develop problems that put them at a greater risk. As a Certified Midwife RN will be trained to assist women during childbirth, antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum care. Delivers babies and assists physicians in procedures such as C-sections. While in this RN position you will perform gynecological exams, prenatal care and education to patients.
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- Two years recent nursing experience.
- Masters degree in Certified Nurse Midwifery (ACNM accredited midwifery program required)
- Current state RN license for applicable state of employment
- Advanced Practice Nurse, required (Certified Nurse Midwife license for applicable state of employment)
- NRP certification; Evidence of current fetal monitoring education required
- BLS and ACLS, (AHA) required
Physical Requirements:
Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Where You'll Work
Colorado Springs, Colorado's second-largest city, boasts a thriving community rich in business experience and a historic background of achievement. With short commute times, affordable housing, great schools, and friendly neighbors, it consistently ranks as one of the best places to live.
Stunning Natural Beauty: Surrounded by mountains, parks, and outdoor recreation opportunities, including Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods.
Pleasant Climate: Enjoys a moderate climate with plenty of sunshine year-round, ideal for outdoor activities.
Thriving Job Market: Features a diverse economy with strong sectors in technology, defense, and healthcare, offering numerous job opportunities.
High Quality of Life: Benefits from a low cost of living relative to other major cities, combined with excellent schools and healthcare facilities.
Vibrant Community: Hosts an active cultural scene, including art festivals, music events, and local breweries, fostering a strong sense of community.
Pay Range
$107,411 - $200,616 /year
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Midwife
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires a directly related bachelor's degree or higher. If your midwifery qualification is a diploma or advanced practice certificate, get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member agency before applying. Document how your training maps to a U.S. BSN or equivalent.
Secure state licensure before approaching employers
Most hospitals won't file an H-1B petition until you hold a valid Certified Nurse-Midwife credential and a state license. Start the AMCB exam process and your target state's board application early. Licensure delays are the most common reason H-1B timelines stall for midwives.
Target hospital systems with established H-1B filing histories
Use Migrate Mate to filter midwife roles by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filings. Large academic medical centers and multi-site health systems file far more regularly than independent birth centers, which often lack in-house immigration infrastructure.
Confirm the employer's E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
H-1B employers must be E-Verify participants. Ask HR directly during the offer stage. A hospital that isn't enrolled will need to register before USCIS accepts the I-129 petition, adding weeks to your start timeline.
Check the prevailing wage level attached to your job posting
The DOL's OFLC Wage Search lets you look up Level I through Level IV wage tiers for midwives by state and metro area. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified LCA wage. A Level I wage at a rural hospital and a Level III wage at a major urban health system are very different numbers.
Understand how the H-1B cap and lottery affect your start date
Most hospital midwife roles are cap-subject, so your petition enters the annual USCIS lottery with an October 1 start date if selected. Cap-exempt employers such as nonprofit teaching hospitals or university-affiliated clinics can file year-round without lottery risk.
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Find Midwife JobsMidwife H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a midwife role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, if the position requires at minimum a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or a directly related midwifery degree as a standard entry requirement. Roles requiring only a diploma or associate-level credential without a degree requirement may not qualify. Your employer's attorney will confirm specialty occupation status in the I-129 petition, and USCIS will review the job duties and degree requirement together.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for midwives?
Academic medical centers, large hospital health systems, federally qualified health centers, and university-affiliated obstetrics practices are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for midwives. Independent birth centers and small private practices rarely sponsor because they lack immigration legal infrastructure. You can search verified H-1B-sponsoring employers with midwife LCA filings on Migrate Mate.
How does state licensure affect the H-1B filing timeline for midwives?
Your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL and then the I-129 petition with USCIS, both of which list your intended work state. Most employers won't initiate filing until you hold an active Certified Nurse-Midwife credential and a license in the destination state. Delays in board processing or AMCB exam scheduling directly push back your petition filing date and potential start date.
Can a midwife work at a cap-exempt H-1B employer to avoid the lottery?
Yes. Nonprofit hospitals affiliated with a university or institution of higher education, and certain federally funded research facilities, qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. A midwife hired by one of these organizations can have an I-129 filed at any time of year, with no lottery requirement and no October 1 start-date constraint. Confirm cap-exempt status with the employer's HR or legal team before accepting an offer.
What documents should a midwife prepare before an employer begins the H-1B process?
You'll need your academic credentials evaluated by a NACES-member agency to confirm degree equivalency, copies of your AMCB certification, your current state nursing and midwifery licenses, your passport biographical pages, and any prior U.S. visa or immigration documents. Employers also typically request a current CV formatted for immigration purposes showing your clinical training and work history in chronological order.
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