Let me say off the bat that I love Allnurses. This site has already helped me immensely as a new grad and I cannot wait until I have some exp. under my belt and can return the favor to others on here!
My query right now is this:
I'm starting my 12-16 week orientation in a NICU at a University hospital in about 2 weeks, and I am hyped...but lately I'm also getting a bit terrified. I graduated back in May and havent been on the floor since, and I am moving out of state to get this (my dream job). This puts even more pressure on me to succeed. I am just scared I will be too slow on orientation,make mistakes or need to ask for help too much, though the manager did say they "werent scared" of new grads.
Do any of you wonderful NICU RNs have any tips on important things I should study and/or start memorizing? Important meds? Anyone have report sheets or "quick fact" sheets?
I am already reading "The handbook of Neonatal Intensive Care"
Any replies are really appreciated, thanks again all! :loveya:
I just am overwhelmed by all the different diagnosis and treatments, facts and figures and meds, and I havent even started!!!
Don't be overwhelmed by the sheer amount of stuff you will learn in NICU. It all takes time and practice. Not one person expects a new grad to walk in and know anything about sick neonates. We were all there once.
soprano3
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Chocolate is loved by all. Best of luck