Amanda's NICU ED Blogs

Pulmonary HTN is not all the same

Pulmonary HTN is not all the same

Learn why pulmonary hypertension is not all the same—and how understanding the physiology can strengthen NICU nursing assessment, interventions, and advocacy. ...more

NICU

August 09, 2026•18 min read

Hemodynamics Concepts Every NICU Nurse Should Understand

Hemodynamics Concepts Every NICU Nurse Should Understand

Master the basics of neonatal hemodynamics—from blood pressure to oxygen delivery—and understand the why behind the numbers. ...more

RNC-NIC Tips ,Back to Basics

August 02, 2026•9 min read

How to explain A/B/D's to NICU Families

How to explain A/B/D's to NICU Families

Struggling to explain A/B/Ds to NICU parents? Learn how to translate complex physiology into compassionate, jargon-free language. Build trust, reduce parental fear, and empower families with these pra... ...more

Back to Basics ,NICU

July 17, 2026•10 min read

First 90 Days as a NICU Nurse

First 90 Days as a NICU Nurse

What I wish I knew before becoming a NICU nurse. From building confidence to thinking critically, these 10 lessons will help you navigate your first 90 days in the NICU. ...more

NICU ,NICU Nurse Life

July 10, 2026•8 min read

Neonatal Code Meds

Neonatal Code Meds

When a NICU code is called, medications matter but understanding why they’re given matters just as much! Learn the physiology behind neonatal code medications and become a more confident resuscitation... ...more

Resucitation ,NICU

July 09, 2026•13 min read

Best Career Advice

Best Career Advice

One of the best career lessons I ever learned had nothing to do with nursing. Here's the financial advice my dad gave me before my first paycheck and why every new nurse should set up their retirement... ...more

NICU Nurse Life

July 05, 2026•3 min read