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  1. Which schools accept NICU experience only?

    KatrinaPM posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hello Everyone! I work in Neonatal ICU and currently have three years of experience. I heard that some CRNA programs do accept people with NICU experience. Does anyone happen to know which schools...

  2. Back to Sleep

    KatrinaPM replied to TiffyRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Our policy (I'm in Cincinnati, now) is that once babies are nippling 25% of their feeds (2x a day), then all developmental tools (snuggle ups, froggies, snoedels) need to be removed from the bed and...

  3. Noise in the NICU... title help

    KatrinaPM replied to NeoNurseTX's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I like "Sound Advice". You could say something like, Sound Advice: a proposal for improving developmental outcomes in the NICU. Hearing the ones who cannot speak: How noise levels can be lowered to...

  4. Feedings while on Indocin???

    KatrinaPM replied to nursechick182's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    We do not feed while on Indocin. But some small kids that we give prophyllactic indocin to (23-24 weekers generally), usually are on fluids for the first few days of life

  5. Graduating in Aug...would like some suggestions

    KatrinaPM replied to Meg2007's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Where in Michigan are you? I used to work at Holden. I basically got the position because I had a few clinical experiences there, and was encouraged to apply for a new grad position by my preceptor....

  6. Best Practive for bathing neonates?

    KatrinaPM replied to BABY--RN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    We don't give baths on new admits until at least 6 hours after they arrive, and are stablized, whichever comes first. The vernix has a antimicrobial property, so best to let it protect that new skin...

  7. In line suction on the ET

    KatrinaPM replied to sofiam's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I love the Ballard, as well. We tested other companies' inlines and there was a definite preference on our

  8. Giraffe Beds - how often do you change them?

    KatrinaPM replied to grlgid's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    The unit I currently work at changes them every 4 weeks. But, also, if the kid is on humidity, we empty the water out once a day and caviwipe the inside of the drawer, because pseudomonas can grow....

  9. VLBW infants and positioning

    KatrinaPM replied to NICU Mama's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    SteveRN21, I would be very interested as well. The past two years I have worked in two different NICUs and never was this mentioned by anyone regarding the positioning of infants midline for the first...

  10. Do you change your TPN tubing Q24 or Q72??

    KatrinaPM replied to MA Nurse's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Every time I've been taught how to hang new TPN, I have been taught to remove the excess TPN from the previous day's fluid due to the fact that the tubing contains quite a few hours worth of fluid due...

  11. Bacteria Outbreak Closes Hospital Units

    KatrinaPM replied to huladancer's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Gross! I should think

  12. When do you call in?

    KatrinaPM replied to GeminiTwinRN's topic in General Nursing

    Just be careful not to call in TOO early. Sometimes administration can question you as to why you 'know' you'll be sick enough to call in "already". Just make sure you know your unit culture and what...

  13. University of Cincinnati

    KatrinaPM replied to Quiet1's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey there! I am new to Cincinnati because my husband started med school at UC and I am working as an RN until it's MY turn to go back to school! Whee! Anyway, as far as where to live, my suggestion...

  14. NICU or MICU

    KatrinaPM replied to randybayrn's topic in MICU, SICU

    I PMed you about my experience but, reading your post, I think that NICU sounds awesome. (I wish I was in THAT nicu!) And 6 months is a great preceptorship, you're going to feel totally comfortable...

  15. Alaris pumps

    KatrinaPM replied to deanpicu's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Another trick I learned to fix the Air in Line issue was to clean the 'eye' part of the alaris pump with alcohol. When it's dirty is also senses air in line.

  16. Cincinnati Hospitals

    KatrinaPM replied to fotografe's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I came from Michigan and moved to Cincinnati because my husband started medical school at UC. I interviewed at Good Sam and at Children's for their NICU. Good Sam (TriHealth) actually offered me more...

  17. Where to live in Cincinnati??

    KatrinaPM posted a topic in Ohio Nursing

    I am moving to the Cincinnati Area, where my husband will be attending medical school at UC. I am wondering where we should look for housing. I want proximity to the school, a safe area, and...

  18. How have you handled your errors?

    KatrinaPM posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I mean the types of errors where there is an incident report made up and families are informed of the mistake. Do you take care of those babies the next night? How do you handle the parents? How do...

  19. Normal Newborn Lab Values

    KatrinaPM replied to Ellen59's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I'm at a teaching hospital and I know there are "cheat sheets" for the residents that come in monthly that have all of the protocols in one very condensed space. See if you have anything like that...

  20. any tips for a new grad RN going into the NICU?

    KatrinaPM replied to rncarolyn's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Tips, Ah, yes, I have tips. Many tips. I just had my last day of orientation, (5 months long). And it's been a good but very up and down process. 1. Find a few people you can trust. I happen to have...

  21. How long after graduation did it take to get your ATT?

    KatrinaPM replied to grinnurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ugh! I sent my information in to the Pierson and to the state April 4th. I graduated on April 30th. And I was told by this guy to just be patient, they haven't gotten to my name and I should get my...

  22. Looking to start in a NICU

    KatrinaPM replied to Kalico's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Well....definitely look into Chicago Hospitals. I think my roommate got a job offer at Northwestern, and Rush. Another thing you could do is call nurse recruiters at bigger hospitals and ask them what...

  23. Looking to start in a NICU

    KatrinaPM replied to Kalico's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    You have to have permission? That's ridiculous! High school students shadow (this is like for a day or two, not a semester's worth.) Also, call around to other hospitals. Not all NICUs hire...

  24. Looking to start in a NICU

    KatrinaPM replied to Kalico's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Is there any way you could fit working into your life? If you took a job as a nurse aide on the unit, the likelihood that you'd eventually would be hired would probably skyrocket. Also, try to contact...

  25. Share your funniest Nursing jokes!

    KatrinaPM replied to MistyDawnRN06's topic in Nursing Humor

    I just graduated from nursing school and my goddaughter was talking to her mom. Mom: "I can't believe she's done! She's going to be an RN" My Goddaughter smiled gleefully: "Yeah, a Real