babennp replied to EarlyAdditionRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal
We do use UACs for TPN/IL administration but only if we have IV access issues. No, we do not run TPN/IL through the transducer because it clogs up the transducer and you cannot obtain a good wave
Normally it is the primary role of the NICU RN. However, I have worked in units where the NICU RT can or will draw them if the RN is busy. Currently, I work in a unit where the RT's have little to...
I work in both a level III NICU and NBN. Near term infants who are able to go to newborn nursery, may be syringe fed but only if a lactation consultant is involved. We prefer to use the supplemental...
Our hospital in the past has cross trained L/D nurses to NICU. Even the best L&D nurses have difficulty transitioning to this area. If your hospital has a good internship, you may do well. You...
babennp replied to Info(RN)matics's topic in NICU, Neonatal
I don't recommend cross training to NICU. I suggest an internship. It is easy to perform tasks but difficult to identify neonatal decompensation and when intervention is necessary. Especially if you...