OB Hub RN - ONSITE

About the role

The RN in the Neonatal Escalation Safety Telemetry (NEST) program is responsible for remote monitoring of fetal tracings for obstetric patients across all BH hospitals. The nurse provides continuous vigilance and tele-nursing focused on early prevention/intervention of abnormal fetal heart rate tracing within Baptist Health. This remote operation is staffed by skilled labor and delivery RNs, providing essential remote monitoring of fetal tracings for obstetric patients across multiple healthcare facilities. As an RN in this role, you will collaborate with bedside teams across various Labor and Delivery units within our system to provide additional observation of fetal tracings.

Responsibilities

• Early identification, notification, and escalation of concerning fetal heart rate tracings
• Advocating for evidence-based practices
• Guiding fellow nurses in their professional growth
• Providing continuous vigilance and tele-nursing
• Remote monitoring of fetal tracings for obstetric patients across multiple facilities
• Collaborating with bedside teams across Labor and Delivery units

Requirements

• Active and unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in Arkansas or eligibility through Compact state agreements
• BSN preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of labor and delivery experience in a level 2, 3, or 4 facility
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR/BLS certification
• Must hold certification through NCC as RNC-EFM or obtain within 6 months of hire
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification required within 1 year of hire
• Completion of an AWHONN Advanced or Intermediate Fetal Monitoring course within the last three years (or must complete within six months of hire if not recent)
• Must obtain 20 contact hours annually, with at least 50% clinically focused; academic course credits can be substituted 1:1 for contact hours

Skills

• Demonstrated evidence of professional growth through certification or education
• Proficiency in interpreting fetal tracings and identifying physiological abnormalities
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong clinical leadership abilities

Schedule

This job will be authorized 48.00 hours bi‑weekly (day shift, 7‑7).