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So what is a special care nursery? What do you have to go to school for and everything

I was looking into level 1 or 2. So I can just get my BSN and be considered a neonatal nurse just by asking to work in labor and delivery? Because everything I reads says to get my BSN then go back for two years and specialize in neonatal. I don't mean to sound stupid I'm just confused like I said I don't have anyone to talk about this with.

Hi neonatal nurses! I think what you do everyday is amazing. I'm 22 years old and thinking about going back to school to become a neonatal nurse. My passion is helping and working with babies. Ever since I found out this career existed it's been pulling me towards it. However I know of no neonatal nurses but have a few questions. Thank you so much for answering to the best of your ability. 1. I read that you have to have a Bachelors degree in nursing to become a neonatal nurse, however I was hoping to work with just babies and if there was a position after you got your RN degree and we're working on your neonatal degree you can do that is in the NICU? 2.what was your salary? 3. I have a baby and was wondering if you still have a good work/home life balance? 4. How did you know it was the right job for you?