L&D/ PP New Grad

TKL · Jun 8, 2021

I'm sorry you haven't received responses yet but wanted to wish you the best of luck!

I began working as a new grad in ICU and found I loved it. I worked there for 3 years before I transitioned to OB/Peds. My background helped to understand the complex cases/medical history backgrounds of a patient, for not all of OB comes with healthy moms. Although completely different fields, I had a surgical understanding as well as ACLS/code scenarios down...so my ability to stay calm in emergency situations was helpful. I had a lot of information to learn but during my shadowing, I was able to show the team how dedicated I was to the role. An additional bonus was my time volunteering for a breastfeeding organization. I spent countless hours helping dyads and spent a pretty penny on educational hours to become an IBCLC. I also found a position with educational services in our hospital where I teach childbirth classes and assist with our breastfeeding help line. I think the combination of all let the manager know how much I was willing and able to bring to the team.

Try to attend a conference, volunteer, etc. Anything within the field to sell yourself to the role.