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1. Neobars are secured by the RT at delivery. Even with drying and correct placement, adhesion can be an issue. On our tiniest babies (23-25w), we still use cloth tape to secure ETTs. 2. We use a thin piece of clear tape to secure the NG to the ETT....

It's interesting that you said nasal intubation is the way forward, as on our unit it has been completely phased out due to facial/sinus trauma and septum breakdown. A few of our doctors still nasally intubate, but only if an infant has a history of ...

Push for the sicker babies and continue on your path. When I want a particular assignment, I try to get to the unit earlier than normal and speak to the Charge Nurse. I'm not sure how your unit functions or does assignments, but this usually works fo...

If you have any desire to continue your education in the near future, go ICU. Yes it is stressful, yes it is a lot to learn, yes it is difficult, but overall it will benefit your career more and you will be able to move along faster than you would be...

Many NICUs do not use CNAs anymore. I'd imagine you will be restocking, answering phones, gathering supplies, setting up equipment, etc. You'll be functioning more as HUC/equipment aid. A wonderful opportunity and great experience if you have any int...

For the plethora of free food in the break room, obviously.

Hi All! I'm curious if anyone else has insight into this issue... I began working in a level III NICU five months ago. I'm enjoying my role and learning a great deal. Most of the experienced nurses are very helpful and great teachers, however, the un...

Hi! I am currently working in the NICU. I love it, but it is extremely unit specific and I couldn't see easily transitioning into PICU. As a level III NICU, the main diagnosis you work with is prematurity. Neonates are a different beast all their own...

I've never hesitated to use the ordered "comfort measure" drugs in a dying patient. If the patient is actively dying, it seems much more ethical to lessen their pain and make them comfortable through the experience. Most families agree with this prac...

livi66- It was the Women's Health Unit.

One of my applications switched from "Under Review" to "Applicant Not Selected". It's good to know they are moving on in the process! Has anyone heard anything about Labor and Delivery?

They called me for ortho/neuro, but I expressed my top choices were L&D and Oncology. No one should get discouraged, it sounds like they have a lot of applications to get through and a lot of HR people working on it!

I got a call Wednesday from SMCA for my third choice unit. She said she was going to see if I was a candidate for my first choice and get back to me about interviews. Hopefully soon! She did mention that for the first interviews they try to connect a...

Just got all my applications in finally! Good luck to everyone! This thread has lots of good info... thank you to those who posted! Hopefully someone hears something soon regarding an interview.

Sameee

Does anyone know what the second part of the application entails?

This post has taken an odd turn. In the facility where I used to work nurses took bodies to the morgue. I didn't mind it, the part I really don't like is bagging the body. It feels dehumanizing to me to put someone in a plastic bag (although it is n...

I thought the open house was alright. There were a ton of people... but many of the people I talked to were very specific about where they wanted to be. Many people were looking for ICU positions and most hospitals were not hiring for ICU. A lot of t...

I applied to NICU, Acute Care (Cardio/Tele), and Perinatal. I have my BSN as well. Is there anything to bring to the open house besides resumes?

Hi there! I applied as well. I've been working for six months in Wisconsin, but I'm hoping to relocate to Austin by late March/early April. I will be attending the open house next week. Can't wait to get to Austin!

My status is still "under consideration" as well since 10/14. I do think some departments move faster than others... The programs I applied for don't start until February, so they will probably move slower with the hiring process than the positions t...

I applied the 14th as well. I'm excited, I applied for the adult health residency at Memorial and the Grossmont med/surg and acute rehab rotations. I currently work in rehab, hoping to hear something back this time!