Tips for a NICU New Grad?
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by MeggieNICURN Jul 4, '11I just passed NCLEX at the beginning of June, and I start my DREAM job in the NICU in 2 weeks. Do any of the experienced NICU nurses out there have tips for getting started? Resources? Brains? Thanks!
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Jul 6, '11 by Bortaz, RNAbout 18 months ago, when I was a new grad just starting in the NICU, I found that I needed a more structured and organized brainsheet in order to make sure I didn't miss anything. So, I created my own sheet. I don't know if it translates well to your unit, but I find it very helpful.
Unfortunately, it's an Excel worksheet, and an.com doesn't allow them to be attached, even in private messages. If you'd feel comfortable sending me your email in a PM, I'd be happy to send the form to you. - Jul 6, '11 by MeggieNICURNI'd LOVE to see your spreadsheet! Thank you so much for offering. I just signed up on this website a few days ago, and can't figure out how to do a private message. I'll just put it on here and delete it later. Dumb, but that's all I can think of. thanks again!Last edit by MeggieNICURN on Jul 6, '11
- Jul 6, '11 by Bortaz, RNOk, sending now. It's set up for night shift, but you can easily change the times if you're working days (in Excel).
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Jul 10, '11 by drmazurI am in the exact same boat! Would you possibly mind sending it to me as well if I msg you my email?
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- Jul 12, '11 by RshellRNOh goodness, I'm in the same boat! I start August 1- me too??! (It's too bad you can't post on here!)
THANK YOU SO MUCH! So excited to join the world of NICU nursingLast edit by traumaRUs on Jul 13, '11 : Reason: edited email addy per poster requestBortaz, RN likes this. - Jul 13, '11 by newgradRN001I would love to get the report sheet as well. Do you mind emailing it to me? Thanks so much!Bortaz, RN likes this.
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