§ 8–6C-05

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. § 8-6C-05 (2026)

Title 8. Nurses

Subtitle 6C. Licensed Direct-Entry Midwives

At the time of delivery, a licensed direct–entry midwife shall be assisted by a second individual who:

(1)

Has completed the American Academy of Pediatrics/American Heart Association Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within the previous 2 years; and

(2)

Has the skills and equipment necessary to perform a full resuscitation of the newborn in accordance with the principles of NRP.