Morgan Newsom, RN
Nurse Educator
Arkansas Center for Women and Infants’ Health, UAMS East
Morgan was nominated for her outstanding leadership and unwavering commitment to improving maternal healthcare access through community outreach and service across East Arkansas.
Morgan has transformed access to maternal healthcare in East Arkansas through her work with the MOTHER initiative, providing essential services in communities where care is often unavailable. Serving as both nurse educator and case manager across three counties, she ensures that women and infants receive critical prenatal, postpartum, and coordinated care. Morgan goes above and beyond by conducting home visits, coordinating transportation, and addressing complex barriers that would otherwise prevent patients from receiving care. Her advocacy has helped prevent delays, supported high-risk pregnancies, and ensured continuity of care for vulnerable families. Through compassion, persistence, and innovation, Morgan has made a profound and lasting impact on the health of her community.
Morgan’s work represents the very essence of community service—meeting people where they are and ensuring no one is left without care. She has taken on an extraordinary scope of responsibility, delivering care across multiple counties while addressing the complex barriers faced by rural populations. Her relentless advocacy ensures that patients receive not only medical care, but also the support and resources needed to navigate challenging circumstances. From coordinating critical transportation to personally ensuring families have essential supplies, her actions reflect a deep and unwavering commitment to those she serves. Morgan’s compassion, determination, and impact have changed lives and strengthened entire communities.