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  1. What do level III RNs think of level II?

    kitty29 replied to Peanut_RN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    You hang in there! Where I work...well I've been in the biz many Many years and now am experiencing not being in the "In Group". It's difficult cause I used to get many of the micro premies and now...

  2. What do level III RNs think of level II?

    kitty29 replied to Peanut_RN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Since I can not know the tone of voice used it's hard to really know...but you took this as an insult? I wouldn't have....I don't think it was intended as one anyway.... That being said; I work in a...

  3. Do regular "newborn nurseries" still exist?

    kitty29 replied to nervousnurse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Gosh yes there is in our area

  4. Just being sad and venting a little bit.

    kitty29 replied to preemieRNkate's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Our hearts go out to you...and you know when you can no longer feel that pain and emotion it'll be time you get out - but I got an idea you'll never be to that point...Sometimes I struggle too and...

  5. Is this an outdated visitation policy?

    kitty29 replied to Burnt Out's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    YES!!! Man some people just smelly to high heaven too!!! There have been times we have moved a baby to a private due to the family smoking so much...and they are all advised not to around the baby...

  6. Is this an outdated visitation policy?

    kitty29 replied to Burnt Out's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    We used to do as you are doing now - but it was considered not to be family centered...even during rounds parents of all the babys are allowed in the rooms if they wish now. The limit at bedside is...

  7. HIE and the CoolCap System

    kitty29 replied to MegNeoNurse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    can you post a site regarding what this is and/or looks

  8. UACs and tegaderm use

    kitty29 replied to NICU_Nurse_3986's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Same here...you don't cover the

  9. STABLE question.

    kitty29 replied to HappyPediRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I thought STABLE I was Very basic and found Stable II more interesting...you might be alittle confused esp. in the second course. But Good For YOU!!! Such drive means you'll be a wonderful NICU...

  10. Is this an outdated visitation policy?

    kitty29 replied to Burnt Out's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    In our NICU we practice family centered care - the visitors are selected by the parents. They may have anyone (as long at no CD) visit with them; and may have up to 6 people on a list to visit...

  11. Food In The Nicu

    kitty29 replied to NANSNURSE's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Just discussing this and it is

  12. Food In The Nicu

    kitty29 replied to NANSNURSE's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    JACHO does not allow any food or beaverages in pt care areas and this would include nurses & parents. We are not allowed to do this anymore but we do not have

  13. Prayers thoughts check-ins re Gustav

    kitty29 replied to Liddle Noodnik's topic in General Nursing

    Sending my prayers as well for everyone affected by this storm - I can not immagine what that must be like...we had some flooding in our area this spring and people still are suffering or have lost...

  14. How long did it take you to get into the NICU?

    kitty29 replied to HappyPediRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I entered the NICU also as a new grad - Thank

  15. Cool new products in the NICU

    kitty29 posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Got any ideas? We are supposed to submit a list to our nurse manager, and I'm not aware of anything.

  16. RNC, NICU Studying

    kitty29 replied to jofus1981's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    YES! - A wonderful review!!! Even just the questions

  17. Making a good impression

    kitty29 replied to NeuroNP's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Because you are asking I already know you'll be fine! I would suggest the ussual stuff - introduce yourself, make eye contact, have a good hand shake and seek out your experiences! Ask what the...

  18. brand spankin new neonatal transport RN!

    kitty29 replied to love4neos's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    The residents have a neat guide that I used when I studied this - I'll try to find it out for you as I've

  19. Visitation and family centered care

    kitty29 replied to HighCensus's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    We now practice "total family centered care" meaning: The parents are in charge of visitation...they are allowed anytime including rounds. They may have whom ever they wish the only limit is number...

  20. I passed the CCRN!!!!

    kitty29 posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Guys - I can not even believe this!!!! I drove in a snowstorm and took the CCRN on March 31 thinking for sure I would fail (I didn't study). I took the test in about 2 hours checked my answers and...

  21. I passed the CCRN!!!!

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Thanks so Very Much! I would encourage everyone to take this or the RNC esp. if you've been in the business for awhile - it just boosts your self-esteem so

  22. I passed the CCRN!!!!

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    So...........today I got my ID badge all arranged with my new BSN pin and my New CCRN pin! I'm still smiling!

  23. did I make the wrong decision??? allowing a parent to hold

    kitty29 replied to wnydapoo's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    It is the parent's God given Right to hold Their Baby! Good job!

  24. I passed the CCRN!!!!

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Yah!!! :) Guess experience might have played a role...I am still so surprised I passed I had a dream that they called and told me a mistake had been made (suppose I better work on my self-esteem)! I...

  25. I passed the CCRN!!!!

    kitty29 replied to kitty29's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Thanks guys - I am truely So Happy!!!