[§457J-14] Scope of practice of midwifery. (a) The scope of practice of midwifery means the full practice of midwifery, regardless of compensation or personal profit, as determined by the director, rules adopted by the director, and midwifery standards established or recognized by the director pursuant to this chapter. The scope of practice of midwifery shall be based on and be consistent with a midwife's education and national certification, including but not limited to:
(b) The scope of practice of midwifery as a certified midwife includes but is not limited to:
(c) The scope of practice of midwifery as a certified professional midwife includes but is not limited to:
(d) A midwife shall comply with the requirements of this chapter; recognize limits of the midwife's training and experience and have transfer of care protocols for situations that exceed the scope of authorized practice; consult with or refer clients to other health care providers, as appropriate; and participate in data submission and peer review requirements adopted by the department; provided that peer review conducted outside of the department shall not be used to replace investigations against a midwife licensed pursuant to this chapter by the regulated industries complaints office of the department. [L 2025, c 28, pt of §2]