Hello, I was just curious to know were any neonatal NPS pleased with their role in the NICU. It would also be helpful to know where you received your training. I am just a nursing student but I hope to someday become a Neonatal nurse practitioner and it seems that the numbers of programs for training are limited.Thanks
SteveNNP, MSN, NP 2 Articles; 2,512 Posts Specializes in Neonatal ICU (Cardiothoracic). Has 9 years experience. Jul 16, 2007 Hey,There aren't too many NNP's here on this board... I'm getting ready to start my NNP program at Columbia University next month. There are a variety of online and classroom based programs available. I personally couldn't handle an online class, so I moved myself 800 miles to the NYC area, I'm commuting 1.5 hours each way to work at one of the leading hospitals in NYC. I am confident it will be worth it. NNP's are one area that allows maximal time at the bedside, not only just writing orders, but being able to transport infants, perform invasive procedures, etc. I've seen many NNP's satisfied with their job. I guess I'll find out for myself in a few years!
NYpedsgal 38 Posts Jul 18, 2007 What exactly is in the NNP's scope of practice? Do all of them attend deliveries, take call, and write orders? I'm interested, but a little unfamiliar. Also, what do you need to get accepted into a program?
justme1972 2,441 Posts Jul 18, 2007 Steve, how long is your program going to take to complete and were you required to have work experience in the NICU prior to applying?I found a program near where I live and I just wanted a comparison.
RN4NICU, LPN, LVN 1,711 Posts Has 15 years experience. Jul 21, 2007 Steve, how long is your program going to take to complete and were you required to have work experience in the NICU prior to applying?I found a program near where I live and I just wanted a comparison.2 years of NICU experience is required for the certification exam, so all programs will require it.
justme1972 2,441 Posts Jul 22, 2007 2 years of NICU experience is required for the certification exam, so all programs will require it.AHHHHHHHHH....that answers my question.
xNursePinkx2b 172 Posts Specializes in CNA; LPN Student. Aug 20, 2007 There is a NNP program in Nashville TN at Vanderbilt University, here's the website if anyone wants to check it out. I'm thinking about it...http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/nursing/msn/nnp.html
