Midwife Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Midwife roles qualify for H-1B and EB-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in nursing or midwifery. U.S. hospitals and birth centers actively sponsor internationally trained midwives, but NCLEX licensure and credential verification add lead time most candidates underestimate. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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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 Midwife Jobs
Verify your credential equivalency early
International midwifery qualifications vary widely. Get your credentials evaluated by a CGFNS-approved agency before applying, so employers see a U.S.-equivalent degree assessment rather than an unfamiliar foreign transcript.
Target hospital-employed midwifery practices specifically
Freestanding birth centers rarely have immigration counsel on retainer. Focus your search on hospital systems and large OB/GYN group practices, where HR teams already have established processes for filing LCAs with DOL.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I and Level II rates for your county before your offer conversation.
Use Migrate Mate to file your H-1B paperwork cleanly
Once your employer extends an offer, Migrate Mate handles the LCA and H-1B petition at a flat fee, with a dedicated visa expert reviewing midwife-specific specialty occupation documentation that USCIS scrutinizes closely.
Prepare a specialty occupation letter tied to your degree
USCIS sometimes challenges whether midwifery meets the specialty occupation standard. Your employer's support letter should cite the O*NET occupational profile and explicitly connect the role's clinical duties to your specific degree field.
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Find Midwife JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does midwifery qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position normally requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in nursing, midwifery, or a directly related field. Certified Nurse-Midwife roles tied to a BSN or MSN typically meet the standard. Lay midwife or direct-entry positions without a degree requirement often don't, so the job description needs to specify the degree as a baseline requirement, not a preference.
Which visa is better for international midwives: H-1B or EB-3?
It depends on your timeline and the employer's willingness to sponsor permanent residency. H-1B gets you working faster but requires lottery selection and is temporary. EB-3 is employer-sponsored permanent residency, bypasses the H-1B lottery, but involves a PERM labor certification that typically takes one to two years before USCIS even sees the petition. Many midwives pursue H-1B first, then convert to EB-3 with the same employer.
Do I need to pass NCLEX before an employer will sponsor my visa?
Almost always, yes. U.S. hospitals require an active state license to practice, and they won't file an LCA or H-1B petition for a candidate who can't legally work on arrival. Some employers issue a conditional offer while you complete NCLEX, but the visa filing doesn't begin until licensure is confirmed. Getting NCLEX done before you apply significantly speeds up the sponsorship timeline.
How do I find midwife roles where employers are already willing to sponsor?
Search Migrate Mate for midwife positions filtered by visa sponsorship. Hospital systems with OB/GYN departments and Certified Nurse-Midwife programs are the most consistent sponsors. Rural and underserved area hospitals often have more urgency to fill these roles and are more flexible on sponsorship timelines than urban academic medical centers.
Can a midwife from Australia, Canada, or the UK transfer credentials directly?
Not directly. Even with strong home-country qualifications, you'll need a CGFNS credential evaluation, English language testing if your training wasn't conducted in English, and you must pass the NCLEX for the state where you'll practice. Some states have streamlined endorsement processes for nurses from certain countries, but no state waives NCLEX entirely for foreign-trained midwives.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Midwife jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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