Hi, I am just off orientation at a level 3. All nurses experiences or not get a 12 week orientation (unless they have worked in a NICU before). It's not like any other type of nursing, since the patho of a neonate is different and a lot of the disease processes as well. I would highly suggest asking for a longer orientation, or asking if they are willing to extend it at the end if you feel you need a few more weeks. With that said, I think 8 weeks you would be more than okay with a "grower-feeder" or a baby who is fairly stable.