Cambria1023

We use computer charting and have a bedside chart in which the doctors write their orders, the kardex is kept, other info. We chart our assessments, etc on the computer. Whenever a doctor writes new orders, we sign them off and then our secretaries p...

We don't have a HUGE unit (on average, around 25 babies) with all private rooms. Each room has their own fridge/freezer in which parents place their labeled BM. When it comes time to feed, the RN is responsible for double-checking with another person...

Ha ha...yeah, NRP: Neonatal Resuscitation Program. I just started in a NICU...not a requirement to start but they want us to have this done about 6 months after starting.

Mom: Sidney Marie Baby: Yendis Arie

I am right there with you! I started on my NICU the beginning of June. I had NO experience, not even as a student. I've had good days, bad days, and everything in between. It really does get better when you are able to take a deep breath and think, "...

Has anyone ever had a family/patient request that you not take care of them? How did you react to this without letting it break your spirit?

Thanks everyone for your kind words!

I work in a NICU and I think it came down to the fact that I am a new nurse. The way it was explained to me was that this mother decided I had answered "I don't know" one too many times to her questions. To be fair to myself, even if I don't know the...

I graduated May 10th. I began looking for jobs in February. I contacted recruiters, set up shadow opportunities, etc. I began working on June 2nd, took my NCLEX on July 23rd, and came off orientation a few days afterwards!

I am a new graduate and am facing the same difficulties. I work in a level II-III NICU having no prior experience. I can't tell you how frustrating it is knowing that I have SO much to learn and that most of that learning comes from experience. I can...