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[hannasch11]

how long does it take to be a neonatal nurse

[meanmaryjean, DNP, RN]

It takes 2-4 years to become a nurse. The neonatal part happens after graduation, on the job. NICU jobs are notoriously hard to come by, esp. for new grads,

[NICU Guy, BSN, RN]

NICU jobs are notoriously hard to come by, esp. for new grads,

You must be willing to move anywhere that offers you a job as a new grad. I applied to 50 openings and had 2 interviews (and job offers).

Working in the NICU as a PCA/ unit secretary, a practicum placement in a NICU during nursing school, or a summer externship in a NICU will give you an advantage getting a NICU job as a new grad.