RN - Obstetric Emergency Department (OB ED)

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Closing Date:

12/05/2026

Type of Position:

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

ICE | WISL OB Emergency Dept

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care to pregnant and postpartum patients presenting to the Obstetric Emergency Department (OB ED). The OB ED serves as the point of entry for patients requiring obstetric triage, evaluation, stabilization, treatment, and disposition for urgent, emergent, and unscheduled pregnancy-related concerns.

The OB ED Registered Nurse performs comprehensive maternal-fetal assessments, prioritizes patients utilizing established obstetric triage and acuity guidelines, collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team, and provides evidence-based care for both low-risk and high-risk obstetric patients. The OB ED RN is responsible for the early identification and management of maternal and fetal complications, implementation of emergency interventions, and coordination of admission, transfer, observation, or discharge.

UAMS Women's Services provides specialized care for patients across the state and functions as a regional referral center for high-risk maternal and fetal conditions. The OB ED RN supports a culture of maternal safety, patient- and family-centered care, and continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associate Degree, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or Master of Science in Nursing.
• Current Arkansas Registered Nurse license.
• Minimum two (2) years recent Labor and Delivery nursing experience required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Current AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification at time of hire.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong work ethic and accountability.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.

• Previous obstetric triage or OB Emergency Department experience.
• Experience caring for high-risk obstetric patients.

Additional Requirements

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within six (6) months of hire.
• Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning, and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment, including N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR), and Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Maternal-Fetal Assessment and Triage

• Performs comprehensive maternal and fetal assessments for all patients presenting to the OB ED.
• Utilizes established obstetric triage and acuity guidelines to determine patient priority and plan of care.

Planning and Implementation of Care

• Collects and documents assessment data.
• Develops a Plan of Care (POC) according to nursing standards and patient needs.
• Implements POC including provider orders, standardized protocols, and interdisciplinary care approaches.

Emergency and High-Risk Obstetric Care

• Performs rapid assessment and stabilization of obstetric patients presenting with urgent, emergent, and unscheduled conditions.
• Recognizes signs of maternal and fetal deterioration and initiates appropriate interventions.

Quality and Professional Practice

• Utilizes maternal early warning systems and approved maternal safety screening tools to identify and respond to signs of maternal deterioration.
• Acts as a resource and supports other team members in delivering patient care.

 

May perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Stand: Frequently
• Sit: Occasionally
• Walk: Frequently
• Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop, or reach overhead: Occasionally
• Lift and carry weight: 100+ lbs
• Push and pull weight: 100+ lbs
• Use hands to touch, handle, or feel: Frequently
• Talk: Frequently
• Hear: Continuously
• Taste or smell: Occasionally
• Read, concentrate, think analytically: Continuously

Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment

Noise Level: Moderate

Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, depth perception, far visual acuity, near visual acuity

Hazards: Biological, chemical, dust, electrical, fumes/gases/odors, radiation, sharp objects/tools

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Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes