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  1. HFJV vs. HFOV

    rnpilot replied to Coffee Nurse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    When I started in NICU in 1983 we were pioneering jet ventilation with a machine literally built by our RT department. If the study was from 1984, I would consider it too old to be very applicable...

  2. Some questions about gentamicin...

    rnpilot replied to summerlove2's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    The university hospital I worked at quit retrograding meds in the early 80s. They had a talk for the nurses from a pharmacist explaining why it isn't a good, reliable or safe delivery method for...

  3. ACLS Class

    rnpilot replied to crosstanya's topic in Nevada Nursing

    I did my BLS here. It was inexpensive and they also do ACLS. I was very, very happy with them. ACE - Academy for Career

  4. Week from Hell

    rnpilot replied to Kattabba's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I have been a preceptor in a university hospital level III. I've dealt with similar issues. As far as I'm concerned, it was your preceptor's fault. She is the one there to teach you and catch the...

  5. Completed my first few shifts in the unit!

    rnpilot replied to cherokeesummer's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Yes, but give yourself plenty of time. Gratz, and hope orientation goes

  6. How is it like to be an RN in Vegas?

    rnpilot replied to dhel28's topic in Nevada Nursing

    I work at St. Rose and am very happy with the hospital and the people I work with. They don't offer a sign on bonus, but pay is competitive. My hospital will train people in Level II NICU because of...

  7. Needing advice from NICU nurses.

    rnpilot replied to MississippiRn1's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Topped only by OR.

  8. Which road to take?

    rnpilot replied to RN mom of 2's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Having heard enough stories, and learned a little from life, I smell a rat. It would be too easy for them to pull a bait and switch. Bait you into accepting a job, thinking they'll put you in NICU,...

  9. can't decide between the NICU and ER

    rnpilot replied to JulieRN07's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    It definitely depends on the unit. Did they give you a tour of the unit before offering you a job? When I worked at a university hospital, I developed a "12 hour" bladder and could eat a hamburger in...

  10. Would volunteering in the NICU help me to get a job someday?

    rnpilot replied to luvmy3kids's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Absolutely. You'll get "face time" and have the opportunity to become familiar with the hospital and staff. When you are ready for a job, they'll already know you so you'll be like one of them. This...

  11. Need help from someone who recently taken the NICU PBDS

    rnpilot replied to Ashes's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    It's been more than 12 months for me, but I did take the test in 2004. I had been out of nursing for roughly 10 years. I had 12 years of NICU experience. If you've working in a level III, you should...

  12. Scranton or Allenstown Nurseries / NICUs?

    rnpilot posted a topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I looking at relocating to the Scranton or Allenstown area and want to be within about 45 min. of either airport as my husband is a pilot. Not being familiar with the area hospitals, I'm trying to...

  13. Scranton or Allenstown Nurseries / NICUs?

    rnpilot replied to rnpilot's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Thanks everyone. My husband decided he doesn't want to move, but that's ok because I just got a fantastic job where we are

  14. I Love NI but......

    rnpilot replied to CANADARN13's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Shannon, I hear ya'. At about 10 years into NICU, I felt burned out and bored. I decided on a career change. I started working towards a commercial pilot's license. I loved flying! After a few years,...

  15. Billing's NICUs

    rnpilot posted a topic in General Nursing

    It looks like I might be moving to the Billing's area in the next couple of months. I'll be looking for a NICU position and wondered if anyone here has worked in the hospital NICUs there and can give...

  16. Bottle-feeding really compromise Breastfeeding?

    rnpilot replied to crazyaaa's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I don't think nipple confusion is a theory. I've actually seen it...once in 13+ years of practice. LOL. It was in a 36 weeker. It took all of about 2-3 days to get over. In the well baby nursery we...

  17. Patent Foramen Ovale

    rnpilot replied to strn96's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    It's not about the O2 per se. It's about ensuring gas exchange, thus the canula with a little positive pressure. That way ideally, CO2 is kept normalized in the hopes of encouraging closure because...

  18. Patent Foramen Ovale

    rnpilot replied to strn96's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    IIRC, it had to do with C02 receptors and increased Co2. NC at 21% would mostly encourage exchange, i.e. increased C02 encourages duct to stay open for

  19. Level III Or Level II, Preference?

    rnpilot replied to NEWNICUNURSE's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Early in my career, I was in level III for 6 years. I then was recruited to help upgrade a level II. It was definitely a slower pace until we got to full level III. With only 14 beds, it was quite...

  20. Patent Foramen Ovale

    rnpilot replied to strn96's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I've seen some doctors give O2 to try to encourage the duct to close. I couldn't begin to explain the physiology off the top of my head. I don't want to explain it

  21. Moving to Pittsburgh

    rnpilot replied to coles2's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    I lasted 2 months at UPMC. I've worked enough other places to know I don't need to put up with that. As was said, parking was awful and staffing and morale terrible. I had to allow a 1/2 hour to get...

  22. Opinions/information needed

    rnpilot replied to NeuroNP's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Having been recruited to help upgrade a level II to a level III, as well as in a brand new level II, I would suggest avoiding this situation as a new grad. A more stable environment would be better....

  23. Primary Centered Nursing

    rnpilot replied to JenniferBSN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I started using primary and associate nursing in the early 80's and did it for probably 10 years between 2 hospitals. I've worked several other places that didn't use it and was disappointed. I, too,...

  24. New nurse really struggling...

    rnpilot replied to KTLou06's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    What you are feeling is pretty normal starting out in NICU. You really do need to give yourself about a year to feel comfortable. Never be afraid to ask for help or ask questions. There may be the...

  25. Is your facility like this?

    rnpilot replied to 2curlygirls's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    IMHO, it sounds like your one manager has an agenda. You may have been singled out since you were away on maternity leave and are not married to your job. There may even be some jealousy there. There...