Forrest City Medical Center·Forrest City, Arkansas
Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide direct nursing care to mothers and newborns throughout labor, birth, and postpartum recovery. Monitor maternal and fetal well-being while maintaining detailed electronic patient records.
RN - Labor & Delivery/Nursery/Postpartum - Days - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Forrest City Medical Center is your community medical provider, serving Eastern Arkansas and its residents with physical therapy, radiology imaging, women’s center and senior care. Forrest City Medical Center is a118 bed Acute Care facility located 40 minutes west of Memphis, TN and less than 90 miles for Little Rock, AR.
Conduct comprehensive assessments of mothers and newborns, monitoring changes in condition and identifying patient needs.
Provide direct patient care to women and their families throughout the stages of labor, birth, and postpartum recovery.
Will closely monitor maternal and fetal well-being.
Provide specialized nursing care to recovering mothers, including wound care, pain management, and support with hygiene.
Perform routine newborn assessments, monitor vital signs, and ensure infant safety.
Maintain accurate and detailed electronic patient records, documenting all aspects of care and patient progress.
Requires a current Arkansas RN license and certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NRP through the American Heart Association. Two years of experience in Labor and Delivery, Level 2 Nursery, or Mother/Baby care is preferred.
Market context
Nursing positions in Arkansas are typically in steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and care settings, especially for candidates with current licensure and advanced life-support certifications. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for an Arkansas RN license, ACLS, BLS, and PALS, with a BSN preferred for some openings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certifications and highlight flexible scheduling or professional development experience in your application.
