That awesome! I'm currently in an ADN program but it took me FOREVER to get here because I didn't inform myself and just relied on my counselor to guide me. So don't be like me. Understand exactly what classes you need, GPA, entrance exam, literally everything! Have a solid plan so you don't waste time. And once you're in nursing school give it your all from the beginning because you're only going through it once, so take full advantage! ☺️ GOODLUCK! 💕
I’m a senior in high school this year. I’m the oldest sibling in my family, so I’ve always taken care of the younger kids. I’ve wanted to be a NICU RN because of my love and passion for helping kids. Thank you for making this video, so much information and a good heads up for what to expect!
I am the oldest too! So I know exactly what it’s like to take care of kids growing up. It’s such a wonderful field to be in and glad you have the passion for it. Good luck! 😊👍🏻
Thank you for all the ideas! I will definitely consider doing more nicu specific videos in the future. And good luck to you on your nursing school journey!! 😊💗
I am very glad I found your channel. I am a sophomore in High School and currently I'm really stressed and scared. I hope and pray I can become a NICU nurse ❤️
I was a NICU mommy with our little daughter for 40’days in 2020. Her NICU nurses were our only contact while we were in the unit (no other visitors because of covid). I couldn’t ever thank them enough for not only the medical support for our baby but the emotional support they gave us. You all are God’s hands at work on earth.
Hi! I am a senior ( sadly my sister passed away in the nicu a few years, always felt inspired to be a nicu nurse sense then) . I am currently applying to BSN programs in southern California!
God bless you for working nights! I did for 6 years. Been on day shift ever since. NICU nursing has changed a lot since I started as a new grad in 1981. We didn’t even have pulse ox monitors! I love the babies I care for & have loved my work as I near retirement.
thank you so much for everything you do for these sweet angels! this Thursday my preemie (29 weekers) twins will be a year old! i am forever grateful for all that their NICU nurses did for them in the 40 days that they were there! having a preemie (or two in my case) that have to stay in the NICU is beyond scary but it really puts you at ease when the nurses love the babies and care for them like their own 🥰
Congratulations to your twins!! Happy early birthday to them. I know how hard it can be having a child in the NICU. But I also love being able to connect and get close with families too. I definitely love my job so much and love taking care of the little ones 😊💗
Tay Tay that is amazing! I’m glad you have a passion and chasing after that! Hopefully one day you will be a nicu nurse! Good luck 👍🏻 and thank you. I’m glad you enjoy my videos 💗
Just found your channel! I’m a nursing student, super interested in pediatrics and labor and delivery and want to do travel nursing . Love your content and your hard work💜
I actually was born a premature baby,I was born like i think 5-6months early I was told I was at least 1pound or as my family and parents say I weighed like the size of a can of beans,and my brothers son (my nephew) was premature but he didn’t make it,and so to me this definitely hits home and means a lot to me I’m already interested in the field of nursing and I was interested in L&D nursing or PEDs nursing,but just found out what this was actually called,because this was honestly my reasoning of wanting to be a nurse in the first place,and working with infants and kids because I’ve been through that and it means a lot to me to see infants make it through and fight for there life. I see a lot of mothers who’ve been through it in the comments & irl and other people who are interested in this field,but me I feel very different about it because not only have I been through it and almost didn’t make it myself but the chance to even help a baby, a child the best way that I can,I just get a comfort from that,knowing that I did my best to support them,help them and I think people who are born premature are the strongest people on earth…tbh because they come out the womb a literal fighter ❤
So, from the time of this comment, you should have graduated. Are you still considering nursing? For me, I start my second year of college and begin the nursing program this Fall:)
Check out my new day in my life as a nicu nurse, DAY SHIFT edition!! 🥰 give me some love by commenting on that video 😊 and check out my nicu guidebook! nicunursetiff.wixsite.com/tiffanyrn/nicu-guidebook
I wish I found this sooner. My son was born at 30 weeks 5 days weighting 2lbs 8.5 oz. By emergency c seaction. As a NICU parent. Thank you for all you do for our babies. Its highly appericated.
I'm not a nurse myself however, I've been cared for by several extremely talented,empathetic,committed and supportive not only RN's,ARNPS but also the occasional LPN or two as well. I have an extremely high level of respect and honor.
So tiny and precious :( ♥ it was an interesting video and very informative. I don't think I could handle it though if the little one didn't make it. I'd cry all night/day.
I just graduated from nursing school. My ER nurse residency got postponed/canceled for the summer so while waiting for a fall start date I am doing pediatric home health as a nurse and my ER is letting me continue as PRN as an ER tech!
hi! i really loved the video bc I would love to work as a nicu nurse one day. are you ever planning on making a video about how you got into nursing school?? (gpa, volunteer hrs, shadowing, etc.) thank u!!!!!!! love from Seattle 💗💗💗
I’m a third semester student right now! I want to work in NICU or Peds so bad! But I’ll also take L&D if I have to. I had my first OB clinicals today and it totally solidified that I want to work with babies 😍 what’s your favorite thing about your job and do you love it? Any advice for new grads? I’m sooooo nervous
Congrats to you starting your nursing journey! I did my maternity rotation and had only 2 days in NICU and it changed my life. I enjoyed working with babies that I knew that’s exactly what I wanted to specialize in. Check out my Instagram @nicunursetiff and I post a lot of advice and tips that can hopefully help you in your new grad journey into NICU. Good luck!! 😊💗
Hi Ms Tiffany! I really wanted to be a NICU nurse. I'm currently working in a SNF for 2yrs now. I was working in Special Care Baby Unit back in Saudi Arabia for 9 yrs. And I really wanna come back with newborns. Does your hospital hires nurses like me? Like starting with Transition into practice for new to specialty. I would love to be your preceptee and Im very sure I will learn so much from you.
@@em4952 every day is a learning opportunity and there’s always new obstacles to overcome. There’s things that I may not understand or see the full picture of. But I am glad to have an amazing team that is willing to help guide and teach me ☺️
Did you have to have extra training after graduation from Nursing School for NICU? How long was it? How long did it take you to feel comfortable and confident in your work after grad?
Nope. My hospital that I got the job at trained me specifically for my job position in the NICU. I went to a 4 month long orientation process that included a preceptor and bedside education, plus lecture classes every week. I can’t really tell you how long it took me to get comfortable since even now 4 years later, I always have tons of questions 🙈 but I think comfortable enough to handle my own patient assignments, I wanna say I was doing ok by 6 months-1 year of me working.
I’m 1st hear nursing student, IM GOING THROUGH IT. I have as depression, anxiety and it’s getting really hard to stay motivated. Im watching this video to keep me on track, remind me why I’m doing this!
You need to push through the tough stuff to reap the rewards! I had a nursing professor many years ago that said, “If we were perfect we’d be in heaven!”
I’m a nursing student currently exploring my options, I thought I loved icu but currently loving maternal-child nursing, and I think NICU may be on my radar!
im 15, my goal in life is becoming a neonatal nurse. im already certified in CPR and in the medical program at school. Really can't wait to be in the medical field
I'm an ICN nurse at a level 2 hospital in my area. During orientation I was chill but I'm off orientation for three weeks now and I'm finding myself more nervous than before. A lot of that nervousness is coming from me not feeling totally prepared because I don't know everything yet. I'm still learning as I go. Nursery nurses attend all deliveries at this hospital and during labor I get so anxious if the baby is in distress. Lord. It's a slow process but every shift I work I learn something new. What I find is hard for me now is the APGAR scoring at 1 & 5 mins & training my mind to be automatic in an emergency. Sometimes a baby's cry will sound weaker than others and the more deliveries I attend the easier it is to tell but I still second guess myself on the scoring and I need to be straight in what it is I'm seeing. As for emergencies it takes my mind a minute to process what's happening and a minute is too much time wasted 😩 I just want to be better!
What you are feeling is very normal and the only way to get better is with time and more exposure. It took me at least 1 year to feel comfortable just handling my own patient assignments and so I totally understand the feeling of wanting to be better and know what you’re doing. But trust the process and continue to take every day as a learning opportunity. You got this 🙌🏼
High School Graduate Going to college in the fall here. This really helped me understand a bit more about the job of an NICU nurse, and I am quite interested in becoming one myself. Thank you for giving me the insight 😁💕
How were you able to get into a NICU unit? Finding it hard at the moment considering everywhere I look wants med surg/covid nurses? Looking for advice 💕
I am a senior in high school and I want to be a NICU nurse too! This video was very helpful and it gave me a good idea of what to expect. How many days do you work each week? Are all of your shifts 12 hours?
Every week can be different. It just depends on how I do my schedule but I mostly do 3 days on 1 day off and 3 days on. And get a week off. And yes I do 12 hour shifts
@@TiffanyRNnicunursetiff And how much do you get paid? not that im doing it for the money, I love taking care of babies, but I would like to know. And also how long does it take to become a NICU nurse?
i have one more question... what is the one main difference between level 3 and level 4 nicu ..in your view. Besides surgery or iller babies How often do you have the admission assignment per week ? do doctors have assistance to put in E.T. Tube or do Rns assist with that...and do you guys cut tape for the et tubes or u have pre cut tape?...
I did my nicu rotations and knew that I wanted more experience so I did my senior preceptorship in the nicu and knew that I wanted to do my nursing career in it 😁
Hello I’m a nurse from Hong Kong going to Toronto this month. Is it easy for me as an RN to start my career as a newborn nurse here? I’m having my RN license soon.
My son was born one month early if i had seen these videos then i would know hes in good hands and not have worried so much thank you guys for all you do 😊
I graduate with my RN degree in December this year, 2020. I have always wanted to care for babies but now that I’m here I am so torn between NICU and ER. How did you know you wanted NICU? I have never seen NICU and have seen ER. Your input would be appreciated!
NICU and ER are completely different! What I can say is that it really depends on the intensity you enjoy. ER is constantly busy and can get hectic. NICU has its moments. It can get intense but has its stable moments. ER you’ll never know what you’re going to get. You’re gonna get a variety of diagnosis and all sorts of ages. NICU is limited to just babies and the diagnosis you come across are all pretty similar. But you get pretty good at determining what signs and symptoms can possibly be. I love NICU specifically for the patient population and working with babies. Both units have room for growth and expansion so it’s really up to you what you prefer! Good luck to you 👍🏻
Love Ur video very formal thank u! I'm going to be a neonatal nurse as well have currently just got a place in college and will go onto uni to study child's nursing then specialise into neonatal nursing! Please can you do a video on your journey to becoming a NICU nurse, like did u go to uni? What A Levels you took? Were you a nurse before hand? This would be so helpful for those who want to do the job you do! That's only if you have time, u must be really busy. Your such an amazing person ♥️♥️
Thank you for sharing this. I just found your channel. I’m aspiring to become a NICU nurse. I was in physical therapy and changed my major over to nursing. Nursing seems to be my calling. While I was working at the hospital, I got to witness surgeries and feel in love. Now, it seems the NICU may be in my path. Love your content and how thorough you are.. I’m going to binge all the other videos! ♥️♥️♥️
i’m currently in my 2nd semester of nursing school it’s so tough😫 but watching your video is really motivating! helps me get an idea of what i wanna do haha
This was a great video. I’m a nursing student wanting to be a NICU nurse and we don’t do rotations with NICU so I really wanted to see what it was like!
Do you mind me asking what NICU level you are in I am 14 yrs old and this is what I want to be I have so many questions and I know nobody that I can ask them to?
Great video Tiffany! Im a nursing student in Canada and I currently am taking speciality courses in order to become a NICU nurse here :) where did you get your grey sweater from? It's sooooo cute!
The prophet of Allah (God) made mandatory the practise of Taḥnīk (تَحْنِيكِ) for newborn babies, which is an Islamic ceremony of touching the lips of a newborn baby with honey, sweet juice or pressed dates. Originally the date was softened by mastication by the pious person and rubbed on the infant's palate. The taḥnīk also *exercises the muscles of the mouth* and helps with the *circulation of blood* in the mouth - this may help the baby to be able to suck and take mother's milk. It is also credited to prevent *neonatal hypoglycemia* in newborn babies. Now tell me. The western world has just acquired this knowledge. With all the gadgets and equipment and technology and professional knowledge, skills and team work - how did a man who neither knew how to read and write at the time of his prophethood, *know* such a thing? Among some many other miracles and prophecies of the future. There is no god except Allah and Muhammad is his Messenger. This is the truth. This is the truth. This is the truth.
I am about to start college and im curious to know if i should go in as an RN or should i do BSN right away? Not sure the best approach to getting to the neonatal nurse practitioner position like i want haha
Very hard to get out of “the med surge vortex!” I was lucky to get hired into a NICU training program as a new grad. Blessings to all the med surg nurses❣️
My son was in the NICU for 92 days born at 27 weeks. I’m currently in school to be a Nurse and I want to be a NICU nurse so badly you guys inspired me so much ❤️❤️
So glad I seen this channel. I am a sophomore in college and just passed my teas and had my interview with the nursing directors and I’m currently waiting if I got in. I’m very interested in becoming a NICU nurse :)
I think this was the most informative one I watched and I really liked it! My ultimate goal in Nursing is to become an Nicu nurse, so I really really liked this Vlog I see that it’s two years. Going to check and see if you’re still making them.
Nursing runs in my family. And I always want to go into nursing especially with babies. My fiancé will help me get through nursing school so I can get going on that. He is in the army still deployed so he wants to make sure I am ok before he gets deployed again.
i’m currently a HS senior who wants to go into NICU nursing and this was so insightful ty!
I am so glad this was helpful! And hope you get the opportunity to do nicu 😊💕
That awesome! I'm currently in an ADN program but it took me FOREVER to get here because I didn't inform myself and just relied on my counselor to guide me. So don't be like me. Understand exactly what classes you need, GPA, entrance exam, literally everything! Have a solid plan so you don't waste time. And once you're in nursing school give it your all from the beginning because you're only going through it once, so take full advantage! ☺️ GOODLUCK! 💕
Sameeeeee
Same
I’m 46 and I’m in OB and I hope you do too!!! Stay hungry 😍
I’m a senior in high school this year. I’m the oldest sibling in my family, so I’ve always taken care of the younger kids. I’ve wanted to be a NICU RN because of my love and passion for helping kids. Thank you for making this video, so much information and a good heads up for what to expect!
I am the oldest too! So I know exactly what it’s like to take care of kids growing up. It’s such a wonderful field to be in and glad you have the passion for it. Good luck! 😊👍🏻
Me too and I can't wait😊
Me too! I used to teach and loved it. But now I want a different career.
Planning to do another day in my life as a nicu nurse since you guys love this video so much!! 💕🥰. Give this video a thumbs up if I should!! 👍🏻
My baby is in the NICU. Thanks for explaining what a NICU rn does. I have a better understanding.
Glad this video was helpful 😊👍🏻
Mine too, that’s why I wanted to watch this video. How early was your baby born and how are they doing?
Pre-nursing student hoping to be a NICU nurse here!
Thank you for all the ideas! I will definitely consider doing more nicu specific videos in the future. And good luck to you on your nursing school journey!! 😊💗
I am very glad I found your channel. I am a sophomore in High School and currently I'm really stressed and scared. I hope and pray I can become a NICU nurse ❤️
Good luck to you! 👍🏻
I’m a sophomore too!!! (almost a junior) and i’m also thinking about becoming a NICU nurse😃😄
If you are scared and stressed, you shouldn’t be a nicu nurse
@@gmagain who are you to tell me not to do something I'm still young and it's normal to be scared
@@Lifethroughmylens... I'm ok
I have a micropreemie in NICU and I really wanna thank all the NICU nurses! I’m so grateful for you guys & ALL that you do ❤
I was a NICU mommy with our little daughter for 40’days in 2020. Her NICU nurses were our only contact while we were in the unit (no other visitors because of covid). I couldn’t ever thank them enough for not only the medical support for our baby but the emotional support they gave us. You all are God’s hands at work on earth.
Hi! I am a senior ( sadly my sister passed away in the nicu a few years, always felt inspired to be a nicu nurse sense then) . I am currently applying to BSN programs in southern California!
I am so sorry to her about your sister but I wish you the best of luck with your nicu nursing journey! Good luck! 💕🙌🏼
God bless you for working nights! I did for 6 years. Been on day shift ever since. NICU nursing has changed a lot since I started as a new grad in 1981. We didn’t even have pulse ox monitors! I love the babies I care for & have loved my work as I near retirement.
Oncology nurse here and had my baby few days ago @ 33 weeks. Baby is still in the NICU but doing good. Amazing what you guys do. So inspiring
Sending prayers and love to your baby 🤗
thank you so much for everything you do for these sweet angels! this Thursday my preemie (29 weekers) twins will be a year old! i am forever grateful for all that their NICU nurses did for them in the 40 days that they were there! having a preemie (or two in my case) that have to stay in the NICU is beyond scary but it really puts you at ease when the nurses love the babies and care for them like their own 🥰
Congratulations to your twins!! Happy early birthday to them. I know how hard it can be having a child in the NICU. But I also love being able to connect and get close with families too. I definitely love my job so much and love taking care of the little ones 😊💗
May you and your twins be flourishing now 🥰 it's so scary to deliver a baby early!!
Hi there. I'm only 13 but I want to be a nicu nurse when I grow up so your videos are fun to watch for me!
Tay Tay that is amazing! I’m glad you have a passion and chasing after that! Hopefully one day you will be a nicu nurse! Good luck 👍🏻 and thank you. I’m glad you enjoy my videos 💗
me too!
me too
Ayooo we the same lol
Im 14 and Ive wanted to be a NICU nurse since I was 7
Is being a nicu nurse really hard emotionally considering the fact that some babies dont make it? Also how do you deal with that pain?
I was blessed enough to have a group of NICU nurses that took care of my twins after I had them in 2009. You are a guardian angel. Thank you
Im in my 4th year of nursing school and have wanted to be a NICU nurse since 8th grade! thank you for this video :)
Omg good luck to you! Almost there! You got this 🙌🏼
Im class of 21 (senior) and i am looking at colleges right now. I also want to be a NICU nurse
That’s awesome! Good luck to you 😊👍🏻
Just found your channel! I’m a nursing student, super interested in pediatrics and labor and delivery and want to do travel nursing . Love your content and your hard work💜
I'm only in my freshman year of highschool and this is something I've been wanting to do forever 💕 I love babies and I can't wait to pursue this :)
Same I’m a freshman too and want to be in NICU!
Same ! I’m a sophomore tho🙂
I actually was born a premature baby,I was born like i think 5-6months early I was told I was at least 1pound or as my family and parents say I weighed like the size of a can of beans,and my brothers son (my nephew) was premature but he didn’t make it,and so to me this definitely hits home and means a lot to me I’m already interested in the field of nursing and I was interested in L&D nursing or PEDs nursing,but just found out what this was actually called,because this was honestly my reasoning of wanting to be a nurse in the first place,and working with infants and kids because I’ve been through that and it means a lot to me to see infants make it through and fight for there life. I see a lot of mothers who’ve been through it in the comments & irl and other people who are interested in this field,but me I feel very different about it because not only have I been through it and almost didn’t make it myself but the chance to even help a baby, a child the best way that I can,I just get a comfort from that,knowing that I did my best to support them,help them and I think people who are born premature are the strongest people on earth…tbh because they come out the womb a literal fighter ❤
Really enjoy your vibe and the vibe of the channel and LOVE the topics you spoke about 😁💕💜
Thank you so much for your kind words!! 🥰💗
i’m a freshman in highschool, and i want to be a nicu nurse. this was very helpful and interesting! thank you for the tips too!!
So, from the time of this comment, you should have graduated. Are you still considering nursing? For me, I start my second year of college and begin the nursing program this Fall:)
Check out my new day in my life as a nicu nurse, DAY SHIFT edition!! 🥰 give me some love by commenting on that video 😊 and check out my nicu guidebook! nicunursetiff.wixsite.com/tiffanyrn/nicu-guidebook
Almost done with pre-equisites for nursing so I can apply for a nursing program. My goal since highschool has always been to be a NICU nurse!
That’s awesome! Good luck to you 😁👍🏻
I wish I found this sooner. My son was born at 30 weeks 5 days weighting 2lbs 8.5 oz. By emergency c seaction. As a NICU parent. Thank you for all you do for our babies. Its highly appericated.
I am so glad this video was helpful and hoping your little man is doing well 😊
i’m a sophomore and i’m trying to find motivation to get my grades up, i really wanna do this but i’m not that smart aha
You got this! 👍🏻
I'm not a nurse myself however, I've been cared for by several extremely talented,empathetic,committed and supportive not only RN's,ARNPS but also the occasional LPN or two as well. I have an extremely high level of respect and honor.
I want to be a nicu nurse I’m also a nicu baby
me too!!
So tiny and precious :( ♥ it was an interesting video and very informative. I don't think I could handle it though if the little one didn't make it. I'd cry all night/day.
I just graduated from nursing school. My ER nurse residency got postponed/canceled for the summer so while waiting for a fall start date I am doing pediatric home health as a nurse and my ER is letting me continue as PRN as an ER tech!
Wow congratulations!! Sorry to hear that your residency got postponed 😢 hope all goes well!! 😊💕
Great video! I am a nursing student and this is my dream job to be in the NICU!
Jenna Givens so excited for you! Good luck on your journey 😊❤️
hi! i really loved the video bc I would love to work as a nicu nurse one day. are you ever planning on making a video about how you got into nursing school?? (gpa, volunteer hrs, shadowing, etc.) thank u!!!!!!! love from Seattle 💗💗💗
Gabrielle ohhh I am going to put that on my list! Glad you loved the video 😊💕
I’m a third semester student right now! I want to work in NICU or Peds so bad! But I’ll also take L&D if I have to. I had my first OB clinicals today and it totally solidified that I want to work with babies 😍 what’s your favorite thing about your job and do you love it? Any advice for new grads? I’m sooooo nervous
Congrats to you starting your nursing journey! I did my maternity rotation and had only 2 days in NICU and it changed my life. I enjoyed working with babies that I knew that’s exactly what I wanted to specialize in. Check out my Instagram @nicunursetiff and I post a lot of advice and tips that can hopefully help you in your new grad journey into NICU. Good luck!! 😊💗
Hi Ms Tiffany! I really wanted to be a NICU nurse. I'm currently working in a SNF for 2yrs now. I was working in Special Care Baby Unit back in Saudi Arabia for 9 yrs. And I really wanna come back with newborns. Does your hospital hires nurses like me? Like starting with Transition into practice for new to specialty. I would love to be your preceptee and Im very sure I will learn so much from you.
I'm a third semester junior nursing student and I'm really considering NICU. This made me feel better about my choice!
You are my hero. I am pediatric and LVN and wanted my ultimate dream in life is to become Niccu nurse
That’s so awesome!! Hopefully you get the opportunity one day. Keep chasing the dream 🙌🏼
This video was really informative, thank you so much!
Check out my NICU Guidebook if you are interested in NICU nursing! nicunursetiff.wixsite.com/tiffanyrn/nicu-guidebook
What challenges do you face everyday ?
@@em4952 every day is a learning opportunity and there’s always new obstacles to overcome. There’s things that I may not understand or see the full picture of. But I am glad to have an amazing team that is willing to help guide and teach me ☺️
Same, I have been interested in nicu for a couple of years now :)
I am NICU nurse and having 9 years experience .I would like join in your hospital..kindly guide me
Rule Number One- NURSES RULE! Rule Number Two- In Case of Doubt, Refer To Rule Number One! ALWAYS!
Thank You For Doing What You Do! 😇✌️🇺🇸♥️
Did you have to have extra training after graduation from Nursing School for NICU? How long was it? How long did it take you to feel comfortable and confident in your work after grad?
Nope. My hospital that I got the job at trained me specifically for my job position in the NICU. I went to a 4 month long orientation process that included a preceptor and bedside education, plus lecture classes every week. I can’t really tell you how long it took me to get comfortable since even now 4 years later, I always have tons of questions 🙈 but I think comfortable enough to handle my own patient assignments, I wanna say I was doing ok by 6 months-1 year of me working.
I’m 1st hear nursing student, IM GOING THROUGH IT. I have as depression, anxiety and it’s getting really hard to stay motivated. Im watching this video to keep me on track, remind me why I’m doing this!
You got this 🙌🏼
@@TiffanyRNnicunursetiff Aw thank you so much!
You need to push through the tough stuff to reap the rewards! I had a nursing professor many years ago that said, “If we were perfect we’d be in heaven!”
I’m a nursing student currently exploring my options, I thought I loved icu but currently loving maternal-child nursing, and I think NICU may be on my radar!
im 15, my goal in life is becoming a neonatal nurse. im already certified in CPR and in the medical program at school. Really can't wait to be in the medical field
I'm an ICN nurse at a level 2 hospital in my area. During orientation I was chill but I'm off orientation for three weeks now and I'm finding myself more nervous than before. A lot of that nervousness is coming from me not feeling totally prepared because I don't know everything yet. I'm still learning as I go. Nursery nurses attend all deliveries at this hospital and during labor I get so anxious if the baby is in distress. Lord. It's a slow process but every shift I work I learn something new. What I find is hard for me now is the APGAR scoring at 1 & 5 mins & training my mind to be automatic in an emergency. Sometimes a baby's cry will sound weaker than others and the more deliveries I attend the easier it is to tell but I still second guess myself on the scoring and I need to be straight in what it is I'm seeing. As for emergencies it takes my mind a minute to process what's happening and a minute is too much time wasted 😩 I just want to be better!
What you are feeling is very normal and the only way to get better is with time and more exposure. It took me at least 1 year to feel comfortable just handling my own patient assignments and so I totally understand the feeling of wanting to be better and know what you’re doing. But trust the process and continue to take every day as a learning opportunity. You got this 🙌🏼
I’m a fellow nurse and I’m so curious about working in the NICU, thank you for sharing!!
Me too, I’m a psych RN for 15 years but I still want to be a NICU nurse.
High School Graduate Going to college in the fall here. This really helped me understand a bit more about the job of an NICU nurse, and I am quite interested in becoming one myself. Thank you for giving me the insight 😁💕
I'm starting my preceptorship tomorrow in the NICU! This was very insightful. Thank you!
Glad to hear that! Good luck on your preceptorship!! 😊
I wanna go into NICU nursing but I was wondering if night shifts are required?
How were you able to get into a NICU unit? Finding it hard at the moment considering everywhere I look wants med surg/covid nurses? Looking for advice 💕
I loved this video! I want to become a pediatric nurse practitioner. I would love to see more videos like this
Wow how exciting!! Good luck to you!!👍🏻 I’m so glad you liked the content. Definitely hope to release more videos like this soon! 😊
I'm a nursing student and I've been thinking about working in the NICU
That’s awesome! Good luck to you 😊
Def on my way to MSN NP NICU
Hopefully next year I’ll start as RN
I am a senior in high school and I want to be a NICU nurse too! This video was very helpful and it gave me a good idea of what to expect. How many days do you work each week? Are all of your shifts 12 hours?
Every week can be different. It just depends on how I do my schedule but I mostly do 3 days on 1 day off and 3 days on. And get a week off. And yes I do 12 hour shifts
@@TiffanyRNnicunursetiff And how much do you get paid? not that im doing it for the money, I love taking care of babies, but I would like to know. And also how long does it take to become a NICU nurse?
I’m a CNA in nursing school interested in L and D
That’s awesome! Good luck to you 👍🏻
i have one more question... what is the one main difference between level 3 and level 4 nicu ..in your view. Besides surgery or iller babies
How often do you have the admission assignment per week ?
do doctors have assistance to put in E.T. Tube or do Rns assist with that...and do you guys cut tape for the et tubes or u have pre cut tape?...
I love your sweatshirt in the beginning of the video. Where did you get it at? I’m going to school to become a nicu nurse.
Etsy! And good luck to you! 👍🏻👏🏻
I am also a NICU or to be precise, used to be.. I enjoy this video. I miss being a NICU nurse.
Hi. I am about to graduate nursing school but still have no idea what area I want to work in. What made you want to become a NICU nurse?
I did my nicu rotations and knew that I wanted more experience so I did my senior preceptorship in the nicu and knew that I wanted to do my nursing career in it 😁
I’m going back to school but not to be a nurse I’m going for RT I hope to someday work in the NICU or PICU
Hello I’m a nurse from Hong Kong going to Toronto this month. Is it easy for me as an RN to start my career as a newborn nurse here? I’m having my RN license soon.
I just transferred to the NICU from the pediatric CVICU
I’m a aspiring nursing applicant. I’m interested in working I a neo natal icu
My son was born one month early if i had seen these videos then i would know hes in good hands and not have worried so much thank you guys for all you do 😊
i’m in college majoring in nursing and this was so helpful!!!
From a fellow NICU nurse, I love your channel and found this video super insightful. Thanks for sharing what we do so clearly.
Very informative and encouraging! Thanks Sis! G-D Bless ♥️
Very informative...
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video 😊
I graduate with my RN degree in December this year, 2020. I have always wanted to care for babies but now that I’m here I am so torn between NICU and ER. How did you know you wanted NICU? I have never seen NICU and have seen ER. Your input would be appreciated!
NICU and ER are completely different! What I can say is that it really depends on the intensity you enjoy. ER is constantly busy and can get hectic. NICU has its moments. It can get intense but has its stable moments. ER you’ll never know what you’re going to get. You’re gonna get a variety of diagnosis and all sorts of ages. NICU is limited to just babies and the diagnosis you come across are all pretty similar. But you get pretty good at determining what signs and symptoms can possibly be. I love NICU specifically for the patient population and working with babies. Both units have room for growth and expansion so it’s really up to you what you prefer! Good luck to you 👍🏻
They’re definitely different!! I’m so torn, but I appreciate your video and comment back. Thank you.
Love Ur video very formal thank u! I'm going to be a neonatal nurse as well have currently just got a place in college and will go onto uni to study child's nursing then specialise into neonatal nursing! Please can you do a video on your journey to becoming a NICU nurse, like did u go to uni? What A Levels you took? Were you a nurse before hand? This would be so helpful for those who want to do the job you do! That's only if you have time, u must be really busy. Your such an amazing person ♥️♥️
I have a video called “how to become a nicu nurse” which talks about my journey into becoming a nicu nurse. Check it out! 🤗
Thank you for sharing this. I just found your channel. I’m aspiring to become a NICU nurse. I was in physical therapy and changed my major over to nursing. Nursing seems to be my calling. While I was working at the hospital, I got to witness surgeries and feel in love. Now, it seems the NICU may be in my path.
Love your content and how thorough you are.. I’m going to binge all the other videos! ♥️♥️♥️
Aw yay I’m glad you found your calling. Thanks for the support 🥰
i’m currently in my 2nd semester of nursing school it’s so tough😫 but watching your video is really motivating! helps me get an idea of what i wanna do haha
I would like to be a nurse but really don’t want 12 hours shift
Starting college in two months. Still not sure if I want to do nicu rn or nicu BSN lol
Can you be a NICU rn if you only do 2 years? or you have to do 4 years of nursing ?
This was a great video. I’m a nursing student wanting to be a NICU nurse and we don’t do rotations with NICU so I really wanted to see what it was like!
Rion Stallworth glad it was helpful 😍
Can I become an NICU nurse and then a maternity nurse after?
Do you mind me asking what NICU level you are in I am 14 yrs old and this is what I want to be I have so many questions and I know nobody that I can ask them to?
I am working in a level IV! And you can ask me your questions 😄
Great video Tiffany! Im a nursing student in Canada and I currently am taking speciality courses in order to become a NICU nurse here :) where did you get your grey sweater from? It's sooooo cute!
Sarah Piva wow congrats! How exciting!! I got my sweater on Etsy 😊
hey girl I’m a student & I already love your videos 😩 .. do you have any tips on passing the NCLEX?
p.s pls do more vlogs💕
I have a video on that on my channel. Check it out 🤗
So grateful for the NICU nurses 💓 thanks for all you do!
I’m so proud of you 👍🏻🤍🤍🤍
my dream
Chase after the dream! 😊💕✊🏻
The prophet of Allah (God) made mandatory the practise of Taḥnīk (تَحْنِيكِ) for newborn babies, which is an Islamic ceremony of touching the lips of a newborn baby with honey, sweet juice or pressed dates. Originally the date was softened by mastication by the pious person and rubbed on the infant's palate.
The taḥnīk also *exercises the muscles of the mouth* and helps with the *circulation of blood* in the mouth - this may help the baby to be able to suck and take mother's milk. It is also credited to prevent *neonatal hypoglycemia* in newborn babies.
Now tell me. The western world has just acquired this knowledge. With all the gadgets and equipment and technology and professional knowledge, skills and team work - how did a man who neither knew how to read and write at the time of his prophethood, *know* such a thing? Among some many other miracles and prophecies of the future.
There is no god except Allah and Muhammad is his Messenger.
This is the truth.
This is the truth.
This is the truth.
I am about to start college and im curious to know if i should go in as an RN or should i do BSN right away? Not sure the best approach to getting to the neonatal nurse practitioner position like i want haha
Planning to do an entire video on this. Stay tuned 😉
Med Surg nurse here 🙋🏼♀️ I’m hoping to end up in the NICU or L&D one day but it’s a miracle to get it 😩
Very hard to get out of “the med surge vortex!” I was lucky to get hired into a NICU training program as a new grad. Blessings to all the med surg nurses❣️
RN working on Mother baby (postpartum/couplet care) unit but aspiring NICU
Do you work at a level 4 NICU?
My son was in the NICU for 92 days born at 27 weeks. I’m currently in school to be a Nurse and I want to be a NICU nurse so badly you guys inspired me so much ❤️❤️
So glad I seen this channel. I am a sophomore in college and just passed my teas and had my interview with the nursing directors and I’m currently waiting if I got in. I’m very interested in becoming a NICU nurse :)
Good luck to you! 👍🏻
do you have your adn or bsn?
im in hs right now taking the class to become a cna😅💜
I am working on my ged. aspiring to be a nurse. Really thinking about a NICU nurse!
My respect to you.... I am former ER nurse....so difficult taking care really young ones.....nerve wrecking......... blessings
I am a CNA and want to be a NICU nurse. I am currently finishing pre reqs for nursing school!
What’s the song in the intro?
HS student but i wanna be a nicu :)
I think this was the most informative one I watched and I really liked it! My ultimate goal in Nursing is to become an Nicu nurse, so I really really liked this Vlog I see that it’s two years. Going to check and see if you’re still making them.
hello, so when you get off at 7 am, you still are clocked in for 30 minutes? So does your hospital pay you for that overtime?
Nursing runs in my family. And I always want to go into nursing especially with babies. My fiancé will help me get through nursing school so I can get going on that. He is in the army still deployed so he wants to make sure I am ok before he gets deployed again.
Loved this video! You helped me understand medicine and nursing, which is the field I want to go into. I am subscribed!
i am so glad this video was helpful! good luck to you on your path to nursing!
@@TiffanyRNnicunursetiff Thank you so much!