Have you ever known somebody who had a baby and they were rushed to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)? A Neonatal nurse is also known as registered nurse. They are extremely important and they are very compassionate. On September 12th, 2012 my nephew John Robinson III was born. Before my Aunt could see her baby boy he was rushed to the NICU. All of us were terrified and scared. John was born premature and his lungs were not developed enough for him to breathe on his own. John had to be given surfactant, and be put on CPAP, so he could breathe. CPAP stands for Continuous positive airway pressure. CPAP is nasal prongs that deliver oxygen at a positive pressure to keep the alveoli open and to improve oxygenation. So with the surfactant
While reflecting back on the previous weeks, I have to say that this was the foundational class for the FNP students. Before this class, I used to think how I am going to fulfill the role of a Nurse Practitioner (NP). This class helped me to better understand my role and gave me the confidence that I can fulfill the role of an NP. Today, when I look at myself, I know I am in the stage of advanced beginner in Patricia Benner’s Novice to expert theory. The case studies in the discussion threads really put me in the real world of practical nursing as an NP fulfilling the role of a provider. Thorough the case studies, I have learned how to make a best differential diagnosis based on the patients presenting symptoms. The interaction and sharing
My anticipated careee field after college is to work as a neonatal nurse practitioner. My plan is to go to Coloumbus state university and acquire my nursing degree. To eran a residereed nurse degree you must complete a 4 year degree. Due to taking dual enrollement classes in high school I should finish in less than 3. The I will transfer to Emory University or Berry College to get my nurse practitioner degree in approximately 2-4 years. Becoming a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner a person must have RN licensures and state authority for advanced practice. They must also have 2-4 years of experience in he feild or related area. The applicant must be familiar with advanced concepts, practices and proceedurs within the chosed field. Nurse practitioners
It is very important for graduate nurses to fit in to a hospital as this gives them a chance to practice safely and effectively. For a New Graduate Nurse (NGN), fitting-in is about establishing secure and meaningful social bonds with ward staff (Rush, Adamack, Gordon, and Janke, 2014, p. 222). Fitting in, or the wish to fit in with ward staff is one of central piont of NGN transition experiences; it gives the NGN a feeling that they are a part of a social group with common goals, common experiences and a shared culture (Tingleff and Gildberg, 2014, p. 537). Success for the New Graduate Nurse would depend on how fast they establish friendly relationships and a sense of belonging. Hospitals understand the importance of NGN getting used to the
Dispatch informed me we had a NICU that was coming from fontana with the baby, isolet, and team dispatch told me that we also had to pick up a NICU nurse from sunset and since 125 was on a call we to prevent a delayed EAT and we came up with the plan to have the reserve go to sunset get Unit 52 and the nurse and drive to Southbay where an complete crew would meet them and they would swap rigs. My eta to sunset would have cause a 15 to 20 minute delay of 52 leaving and getting to southbay on time the reserve has ran NICUs before and since all she was doing was getting the unit and nurse i told her do not what for me if i hadn't made it on time. i told her if she had any issues to contact me asap so i could help walk her through itl. and
There are many steps into becoming a neonatal nurse practitioner. First I must become a
Examining the competencies for the training for the SpNS nurses has raised questions about the direction of the program and the RNST competencies project. We will meet next week (12/8) to discuss the program, refocus the project and examine what we have done so far. I will be working on the concept and structure of a survey to determine the in-house training capability and resources of CHDs, which I will send for your consideration.
Through the Weissman Scholar program I will finally be able to decide what college I would like to attend and pursue my dream of becoming a Neonatal Nurse. If I were to receive this scholarship it would boost my confidence knowing that I took on the responsibility of starting college with a strong foundation that will help me get on step closer to reaching my career goal. This program will push me forward and give me the ability to obtain a degree in Nursing and help me one day achieve my dream of becoming a Neonatal Nurse. Since very few of my family members went to college I find it very important to receive an education so you can have a brighter future. My parents have always struggled throughout my whole life to find the money to support
I am interested in being a NICU Nurse. Being a NICU nurse, I would encounter Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia or BPD because it is most commonly found in babies that are born more than 10 weeks early and weigh less than 2 pounds. The cause of BPD is the abnormal development of the tissues in the lungs. BPD can be prevented by seeing your doctor regularly, controlling any preexisting medical conditions, preventing any infections, and having a healthy diet. As well as using any illegal substances, tobacco products, or drink alcohol while pregnant. There are a few warning signs, which include rapid and shallow breathing, sharp puling in of the patient’s chest, grunting sounds, and flaring of the nostrils.
As a nurse practitioner (NP), it is vital to extensively do research and carefully negotiate well when renewing a contract. When negotiating, it is essential to know the target range, additionally, understand it is a contract position which means no benefits, and always remember how much you worth. Furthermore, the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [(AANP) 2018] states, it’s important to understand the job description and if there will be any hospital rounds, continuing education allowances, and if the company provides malpractice insurance coverage.
This assignment describes my own reflective experience while caring for a sick neonate with Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) in the neonatal unit. This has enabled me to explore the meaning and significance of my clinical practice and to recognise the complexities within it. The experience raises a number of issues frequently encountered in daily nursing practice. Within this assignment, I will be discussing a particular pre term baby with RDS and critically analyse the use of nasal continuous positive airways pressure (NCPAP) and surfactant therapy and possible effects on baby’s outcome. Pseudonyms will be used to maintain patient confidentiality in order to keep in with the nursing and midwifery council code of conduct. (NMC 2004)The
Most infants receive care from Neonatal Nurses in the hospital in the NICU section of the hospital. An infant is usually cared for by the Neonatal unit when the newborn is born prematurely or with a complication in the birth that requires close watch or incubation over the child until it reaches a strength and state of wellness that the patient can be discharged. These nurses or specialists may also be present for the delivery of the child and are also usually there for a follow-up appointment after the patient is discharged to make sure that stable health is maintained.
1. The nurse is asked to implement a new, complex, and invasive procedure and is concerned that this may violate the state’s nurse practice act.
- Provided professional registered nursing services for patients, including those with complex and unpredictable health needs.
I totally agree with you that as nurses, we must actively engage politically to make our voices heard. Luckily, we have several nursing organizations such as American Nurses Association (ANA) and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) which plays a big role in advocating for APNs barrier to practice be removed. However, these organizations need financial support of its members to continue moving legislative initiatives forward. As future APNs, we should be active members of these nursing organizations, whether at national, state, or local levels (Hain, & Fleck,
The aim of this study is to provide a detailed account of the nursing care for a patient who is experiencing a breakdown in health. One aspect of their care will be discussed in relation to the nursing process. The model used to provide an individualised programme of care will be discussed and critically analysed.