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How much do maternal child health jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for maternal child health in the United States is $78,437.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,000.00 and $89,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Maternal Child Health job?

A Maternal Child Health (MCH) job focuses on the health and well-being of pregnant individuals, mothers, infants, and children. Professionals in this field work in healthcare settings, public health organizations, and community programs to provide prenatal, postpartum, and pediatric care. They may offer education, support, and medical services to improve maternal and child health outcomes. Roles can include nurses, midwives, health educators, and social workers. Their goal is to reduce health disparities and promote healthy pregnancies, births, and childhood development.

What typical responsibilities can I expect as a Maternal Child Health professional?

As a Maternal Child Health professional, your daily responsibilities often include conducting health assessments, developing care plans, providing prenatal and postnatal education, and connecting families with community resources. You’ll work closely with mothers, infants, children, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure holistic and culturally sensitive support. The role may also involve outreach, case management, and advocacy work in both clinical and community settings. Collaboration with social workers, physicians, and public health agencies is common to address the unique needs of each family and promote positive health outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Maternal Child Health position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Maternal Child Health, you’ll need a background in nursing, public health, or social work, ideally coupled with specialized knowledge in maternal, infant, and child wellness. Experience with case management software, electronic health records (EHR), and certifications such as Certified Maternal Child Health Specialist (CMCHS) or related credentials are often preferred. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and the ability to educate and advocate for diverse patient populations are essential soft skills in this field. These qualities help professionals deliver comprehensive care, promote healthy outcomes, and effectively coordinate support services for mothers and children.

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Infographic showing various Maternal Child Health job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,437 per year, or $37.7 per hour.

Maternal Child Health Educator

UNC Health Southeastern

Lumberton, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

$5000 COMMITMENT BONUS
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides educational opportunities to Maternal Child Health/Pediatrics RN's, other clinical staff, and ancillary support staff within Maternal Child Health by scheduling appropriate in-services, providing presentations, conducting Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) mega codes for certification, perform monthly NRP drills and developing an annual education plan/competency for all MCH/Pediatric staff. Is an expert clinical resource to others and builds and implements practices based on nationally recognized standards of care using evidence-based practices to implement best practices. Represents Maternal Child Health/Pediatrics as a member of the Infection Control Committee, and Risk/Quality Committee. Writes policies and procedures to manage the care of the newborn patient; initiates and participates in quality initiatives to improve care of the patient. Identifies changes needed to improve the patient experience and develops plans to meet organizational goals. Reviews and investigates risks to the patient and makes recommendations to improve patient safety. Implements and monitors patient care initiatives. Generates reports relevant to the operations of the department. Provides unit orientation to new MCH/Pediatric staff, monitors development and competencies of all MCH/Pediatric staff. Tracks departmental compliance with house-wide mandatory requirements. Works with Nursing Department on nursing excellence initiatives and improvement projects. Demonstrates exemplary professionalism and customer service skills.
EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS, TRAINING and EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Required: Graduate of state accredited nursing program with a current North Carolina license as a Register Nurse. Minimum of five years as a MCH/NICU/Pediatric RN required. BLS required.
Preferred:MSN degree preferred. RNC preferred. AWHONN Certification Preferred.

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