Amanda's NICU ED Blogs

RECENT BLOG ARTICLES

CMV

Congenital CMV is a leading cause of hearing loss and neurodevelopmental delays. Learn how NICU nurses can recognize the signs, support early diagnosis, and educate families to improve outcomes for th... ...more

RNC-NIC Tips ,Labs Back to Basics &NICU

July 05, 2025•8 min read

Air Leaks in the NICU

A nurse’s guide to recognizing and managing NICU air leaks—covering signs, risks, a real-life story, and chest tube care. ...more

NICU

June 15, 2025•4 min read

My 5 Steps Framework to PASS your Exam

Ready to take your RNC or CCRN exam but don't know where to start? Check out my 5 step framework here ...more

RNC-NIC Tips

June 01, 2025•3 min read

Neonatal Nutrition

Nutrition is a important aspect of helping preterm babies in the NICU grow stronger so they can go home. Let's dive in to some basics about the importance of nutrition and what the NICU nurse needs to... ...more

Back to Basics ,NICU

May 22, 2025•8 min read

NEC Awareness

May is NEC Awareness month, a devastating disease that continues to be actively researched. Let's review NEC and raise awareness together to create a world without NEC. ...more

RNC-NIC Tips ,Back to Basics &NICU

May 08, 2025•11 min read