In this episode of My Nurse Specialty, I talk with Nurse Mari about her journey into NICU nursing and what it really looks like to care for some of the smallest and most vulnerable patients. She shares how she first became interested in working with babies, why she did not get into NICU right away, and how her background in med-surg, adult ICU, and travel nursing helped prepare her for the role she has now.

We also talk about what makes NICU nursing unique, from the emotional connection with families to the high level of critical thinking and teamwork required every day. Nurse Mari gives honest insight into both the rewarding and challenging parts of the specialty, along with advice for nurses who may be thinking about this path for themselves.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Caring for fragile newborns and their families.
• Taking a longer path into the specialty you want.
• Building skills and staying ready for the right opportunity.

About My Guest: Nurse Mari is a neonatal ICU nurse who cares for babies born as early as 22 weeks gestation, along with infants who have a wide range of medical needs. Before moving into NICU, she worked in med-surg, adult ICU, and other nursing roles that helped build the experience and perspective she now brings to her work. She also creates content online to share more about life as a NICU nurse.

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