Tips for a NICU New Grad?

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I just passed NCLEX at the beginning of June, and I start my DREAM job in the NICU in 2 weeks. Do any of the experienced NICU nurses out there have tips for getting started? Resources? Brains? Thanks! :nurse:

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Specializes in CDI Supervisor; Formerly NICU.

About 18 months ago, when I was a new grad just starting in the NICU, I found that I needed a more structured and organized brainsheet in order to make sure I didn't miss anything. So, I created my own sheet. I don't know if it translates well to your unit, but I find it very helpful.

Unfortunately, it's an Excel worksheet, and an.com doesn't allow them to be attached, even in private messages. If you'd feel comfortable sending me your email in a PM, I'd be happy to send the form to you.

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I'd LOVE to see your spreadsheet! Thank you so much for offering. I just signed up on this website a few days ago, and can't figure out how to do a private message. I'll just put it on here and delete it later. Dumb, but that's all I can think of. thanks again!

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Specializes in CDI Supervisor; Formerly NICU.

Ok, sending now. It's set up for night shift, but you can easily change the times if you're working days (in Excel). :)

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This is fabulous! Thanks a million

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I am in the exact same boat! Would you possibly mind sending it to me as well if I msg you my email? :o

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Specializes in CDI Supervisor; Formerly NICU.

You betcha.

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Oh goodness, I'm in the same boat! I start August 1- me too??! (It's too bad you can't post on here!)

THANK YOU SO MUCH! So excited to join the world of NICU nursing

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I would love to get the report sheet as well. Do you mind emailing it to me? Thanks so much!

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Specializes in CDI Supervisor; Formerly NICU.

Y'all PM me your email addresses and I'll send it right over.

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Specializes in Nursery.

Bortaz, RN, im sure you've heard this a couple of times here and Im going to say it too...Can I have a copy as well? If so, How do I msg u my email? Im new to this website and so far I love the forums here. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and ideas!!

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Specializes in CDI Supervisor; Formerly NICU.

Unfortunately, the forum requires you to have 15 posts before you can send a Private Message. Once you've gotten to 15 posts, just send me a PM with your email address, and I will be glad to send it. :)

Or, I suppose you could create a throw-away email and post it here. Either way works for me.

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