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NRP Updates
Learn the key updates in the NRP 9th Edition, including new cord management guidelines, revised PIP and ventilation ranges, algorithm changes, and what NICU nurses need to know to prepare for safer, s... ...more
Resucitation
November 18, 2025•7 min read
Infantile Botulism
Infantile botulism is rare but serious. Learn how it develops, the early signs NICU nurses should watch for, and why quick recognition and BabyBIG treatment can change outcomes. ...more
NICU
November 16, 2025•8 min read
Neonatal Delirium
🧠 Delirium in the NICU is often missed — not because we don’t care, but because it hides in plain sight. Learn how to spot the subtle signs, protect developing brains, and advocate for your tiniest p... ...more
Neuro, Pain, & Sedation
November 05, 2025•10 min read
What do I do after failing my RNC?
I failed my exam... Understand why first attempts fail and how to adjust your study plan to pass the next time. ...more
RNC-NIC Tips
October 15, 2025•5 min read
Neonatal Shock
Learn the physiology behind neonatal shock: cardiac output, oxygen delivery, and early signs to watch for. So you can recognize shock before hypotension hits. ...more
RNC-NIC Tips
September 10, 2025•6 min read
Meconium Related Obstruction of Prematurity
Meconium-related obstruction is a unique challenge in VLBW and ELBW infants due to immature bowel function. Learn the risk factors, signs, nursing care, and treatment strategies to support these fragi... ...more
NICU
August 28, 2025•5 min read
Respiratory and Blood Gas Blogs
BPD Vent Management
Not all BPD is the same and ventilatory management of the different types of BPD varies significantly from vent management of RDS. Let's explore this topic together... ...more
Ventilation
October 22, 2025•11 min read
Modes of Ventilation
Confused by NICU vent modes? This blog explains PC, VC, VG, SIMV, and advanced modes like HFOV and HFJV. Practical pearls to help NICU nurses master ventilation at the bedside and for certification pr... ...more
Ventilation
September 23, 2025•12 min read
Interventions for Respiratory Acidosis
How do you know what interventions to anticipate after a blood gas? This is a challenge many NICU nurses struggle with so let's review it together! ...more
RNC-NIC Tips ,Ventilation Back to Basics &NICU
June 04, 2024•4 min read
Blood Gas Interpretation in the NICU
Blood gas interpretation is an important skill in the NICU. How confident do you feel about interpreting blood gasses? Let's break down all the components in this weeks blog! ⚖️ ...more
RNC-NIC Tips ,Ventilation Labs Back to Basics &NICU
March 27, 2024•4 min read
Respiratory Distress (part 3)
Let's finish up our January respiratory review discussing PPHN and Pneumothorax ...more
RNC-NIC Tips ,Ventilation Back to Basics &NICU
January 30, 2024•8 min read
Respiratory Distress (part 2)
Keeping with our theme on respiratory distress, let's review a few more diagnoses: Neonatal Pneumonia and Meconium Aspiration Syndrome ...more
RNC-NIC Tips ,Ventilation Resucitation Back to Basics &NICU
January 16, 2024•8 min read
Cardiac Blogs
Cyanotic Congenital Heart Disease
Early detection of Cyanotic Congenital Heart Defects (CCHDs) can save lives. Learn key signs, the “Terrible T’s” mnemonic, AAP screening updates, and how to support families. ...more
RNC-NIC Tips ,CCHD &NICU
February 17, 2025•5 min read
Neonatal Hemodynamics
Understanding hemodynamics can be a tricky concept. What influences blood flow? What causes shunting from one side of the heart to the other? I collaborated with the amazing @neocardiolab to tackle th... ...more
RNC-NIC Tips ,CCHD Back to Basics &NICU
July 03, 2024•6 min read
Cyanotic Heart Defects: Ebstein Left 5 Terrible T Pods
In our last post we reviewed the therrible T's, but there's a few other cyanotic heart defects we should know! Here's a catchy phrase to help you remember all the cyanotic heart defects... ...more
RNC-NIC Tips ,CCHD &NICU
February 28, 2024•9 min read
Cyanotic Heart Defects: The Terrible T's!
Cyanotic Heart Defects are congenital defects where oxygenated and deoxygenated blood mix causing cyanosis. Let's review a few of them together! ...more
RNC-NIC Tips ,CCHD &NICU
February 28, 2024•10 min read
Cardiac Shunts
Left to Right... Right to Left. Let's discuss cardiac shunting ...more
RNC-NIC Tips ,CCHD
September 05, 2023•5 min read
Cyanotic Congenital Heart Disease and PGE-1
At our NICU Certification Exam Prep Course, we understand the importance of aligning with the NCC's core competencies while preparing nurses for the neonatal ICU certification. ...more
RNC-NIC Tips ,CCHD &NICU Meds
June 03, 2023•3 min read
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