7. Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) provide a range of low-risk gynecological care. An emerging and continuing trend for many pregnant women is to rely upon a nurse-midwife, rather than a doctor, for their care. Certified Nurse Midwives can prescribe and administer medicine and are trained in the delivery of newborns for low risk pregnancies.
8. Certified Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) administer more than 65% of anesthetics given to patients each year. If you are scheduled for an operative procedure, you’ll probably be assigned a Certified Nurse Anesthetist. He or she will administer your anesthesia, maintain your comfort during the procedure and make sure that your post-operative recovery goes smoothly.
