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Hi there! It sounds to me like your dream has always been to get to the ICU, so I think you should keep fighting for it! It is clear that you have ambitions that will take you far. Can I ask why you said you are miserable in the step-down? Is it because of the short staffing/something else or is it because it wasn't what you initially set out for (the ICU)? I was in a similar situation in which I really wanted to be placed in an ICU for my practicum, but instead was assigned a step-down unit (just a general one, not neuro-specific). I ended up really enjoyed my time in the practicum and felt it widened my nursing foundation and improved my time management. I recently was hired onto the Neuro ICU and while there is a learning curve, I love it. I know my experience on the step-down is proving useful as I orient to this new unit, and I definitely know that I would not be able to do it all if my coworkers weren't so wonderful! I think you really want this ICU position and I would tell you to go for it! If you haven't already, I would suggest that you contact the manager about shadowing for a few hours or even just touring. You might get a better feel for the unit culture which can further help you with your decision. Best of luck!