Obstetric nursing: trajectory and constitution in seven decades of the UFRGS Nursing School.

OBJECTIVE

Describing the trajectory and constitution of Obstetric Nursing in seven decades of existence of the Nursing School of the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (EENFUFRGS).

METHODS

Theoretical and reflexive study based on documents and author experience. Data analysis was based on Michael Foucault's theoretical framework.

RESULTS

Analysis identified knowledge and forces that structured and characterized the Arena I: the creation of EENFUFRGS; the Arena II: Obstetric Nursing in graduation; the Arena III: Obstetric Nurses formation, and Arena IV: we are not alone!, highlight the importance of EENFUFRGS in its relationship with other entities. Final considerations: During the 70 years of EENFUFRGS existence, it maintains the vitality of a solid institution in its principles coupled with a youthful in disposition, facing necessary challenges to guarantee quality teaching and practice of Obstetric Nursing.