ACNM definition
Examples of ACNM in a sentence
Assess and monitor fetal well-being through intermittent auscultation of fetal heart tones in accordance with ACNM guidelines.
Demonstrate knowledge of and support for ACNM positions and programs when serving as a representative of the organization.
Represent the views of the group represented (when applicable) during ACNM meetings and to vote in a manner that reflects conscience and the collective good of the organization.
Disclose any potential conflict of interests prior to participating in ACNM meeting discussions and actions.
The American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) strongly supports the principle of collaboration in the delivery of healthcare services, as evidenced by the Standards for the Practice of Midwifery, the ACNM Position Statement on Collaborative Management in Midwifery Practice, and the Joint Statement of Practice Relations between Obstetrician- Gynecologists and Certified Nurse-Midwives/Certified Midwives.
However, the ACNM opposes requirements for signed collaborative agreements between physicians and certified nurse- midwives (CNMs) or certified midwives (CMs) as a condition for licensure, reimbursement, clinical privileging and hospital credentialing, or prescriptive authority as such requirements, in practice, interfere with effective coordination of care.
The policy or position shall include disclaimer language provided by ACNM national.
Adhere to the policy for registration for ACNM sponsored meetings.
Affiliates may wish to develop a policy or position statement that is consistent with but goes beyond current ACNM national policies and positions.
In 2015, the ACNM reiterated its strategic goal to increase the number and diversity of nurse-midwifery program graduates (ACNM 2015-2020 Strategic Plan; Midwifery Education Trends Report, 2015).