[RNlovesL&D]

Hello everyone! Would someone know when does the training program for L&D nurses begins at Holy Cross Hospital (Silver Spring- Maryland)? I know they start twice a year and the last one was Feb. 18. Thanks!

[denicu]

Are you a new grad? Just a warning. Holy Cross L & D is very busy-I think they have the highest deliveries in MD. I know of experienced L & D nurses that could not handle the volume there.

[janis9799]

I just went through their hospital orientation for two weeks. I am going to be in ICU. I get 12 wks training for that. I think L&D is the same, though they did the L&D/PP orientation two weeks before mine. I also did my L&D clinicals there in the fall...they are busy but everyone is helpful.

[zahryia]

Originally Posted by RNlovesL&D

Hello everyone! Would someone know when does the training program for L&D nurses begins at Holy Cross Hospital (Silver Spring- Maryland)? I know they start twice a year and the last one was Feb. 18. Thanks!

I would check into other area hospitals as well.

[denicu]

Originally Posted by zahryia

I would check into other area hospitals as well.

Your speciality is L & D-would you recommend your hospital?

[zahryia]

Originally Posted by denicu

Your speciality is L & D-would you recommend your hospital?

Honestly, it's too early to tell. I've only been in orientation a couple of weeks. So far, so good. They really are good about providing both a didatic and hands-on orientation. Ty promote evidenced based practice, breastfeeding, and continuing education.

Having said that, it's extremely busy and you really have to stay on top of things. Also, the program is really competitive and hard to get into.

If you need more information, feel free to PM me.