LittleWonders

I would usually say that the more hands-on experience the better. However, it would just depend on what those roles entail for your particular unit. In the last unit I worked in, the secretary knew everything about everything, and the PCT did mostly ...

If they have a tube, we check residuals before every feeding.

Yes, ours is just as strict. If you forget to enter your action code, you're put into the disciplinary process. We have to comment, but there are only two choices that ever apply - notified the MD/NNP or no intervention needed. Even in the midst of ...

L2L is right on the money. You have your head in the game and you're totally focused on the care you're providing for your patient and their family. Their needs are simply more important than your own. The two times I'm the most likely to cry are du...

I would also recommend waiting on the additional education. Much of it won't make sense until you have some working knowledge of the NICU world. The NICU has its own language, procedures and even equipment. Those classes will be packed with terminolo...

In addition to the Bunnell website, the best resource I've found for NICU vent issues is: http://www.adhb.govt.nz/newborn/teachingresources/ventilation/Ventilation.htm According to our RT director, NZ is the go to for up to date vent research. They d...