Student ___________________
Date of Rotation_____________
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
OBJECTIVES
After participation in this rotation, the Health Science student will gain knowledge of various procedures
that are performed on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, will be able to identify what types of staff
members are employed on the units and their roles, and will be able to identify the important aspects of
care in the NICU.
PRE-ROTATION ASSIGNMENT
Instructor__________
Define the following terms:
1. continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)
2. endotracheal tube
3. gavage feeding
4. meconium aspiration
5. hyperbilirubinemia
6. phototherapy
7. hydrocephalus
8. patent ductus arteriosis (PDA)
9. umbilical catheter
10. apnea
11. pneumothorax
12. orogastric tube
13. nasogastric tube
14. Explain the importance of performing a minimum three minute hand scrub prior to providing care
in the NICU.
15. List three medications that are often given in the NICU and explain their use.
16. Explain the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding for mother and baby. Why is it especially
important for NICU patients to receive either Mother’s breast milk or donor milk?
17. Define neonatal prematurity. What are the health risks factors associated with prematurity?
18. What are symptoms of drug withdrawal in a newborn? Describe the tool that staff use to assess
the severity of the withdrawal.
19. What measures do the staff in the NICU take to decrease stimulation to premature infants?
20. What are some indications for a newborn to be on a Blood Glucose protocol?
21. Explain the security measures that are used in the NICU to protect the newborn. What is used
to identify the newborn, identify the mother, and what technology on the unit helps to keep them
safe?
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Thank you for mentoring the Denton ISD Health Science student on your unit. Your time and leadership
is greatly valued and I appreciate your feedback on student performance while on your unit.
OBSERVED/ASSISTED
1. Neonatal Care
a. admission assessment
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b. newborn shift assessment
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c. vital signs
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d. hygiene care/diapering/bathing
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e. breastfeeding
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f. gavage feeding
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g. IV therapy
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h. pain management
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a. ballard assessment
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b. preparing feedings
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c. Vitamin K/Erythromycin administration
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d. medication administration
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e. skin to skin care
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f. mechanical ventilation
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g. CPAP
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h. other ________________________
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Mentor Signature
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Date
Evaluation Sheet for Clinical Rotation
Student name: _______________________________________________________________________
Rotation site: ___________________________________
Date: ____________________
Please evaluate the student for each category and mark the appropriate box. The scale proceeds from a high of 5 to a low of 0.
Area of Evaluation
5
4
3
Presents proper appearance:
Professional grooming.
Neat and clean.
Meets professional standards.
Attitude toward learning:
Takes initiative and seeks opportunities to learn.
Asks pertinent questions.
Demonstrates enthusiasm.
Exhibits emotional maturity.
Observes rules:
Observes safety factors.
Demonstrates understanding of Medical Ethics and
Confidentiality.
Quality of work:
Uses proper techniques.
Takes pride in work.
Exhibits ability to follow directions.
Quantity of work:
Follows directions.
Completes tasks on time.
Productive use of time.
Cooperates with others:
Works well with others.
Readily assists others.
Displays good human relations:
Shows tact and understanding.
Respectful of others.
Exhibits a positive attitude.
Comments:
Mentor:_____________________________________________
Date:___________________________________
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1
0
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Post Rotation Reflection
(due on Friday or Monday after Rotation on Unit)
Answer the following questions using complete sentences and correct grammar/punctuation. Answer ALL questions.
1. The mentor(s) that I was assigned to was_____________________________________. Their
title(s) are_______________________________.
2. What did you like best about your rotation day in the department? Why?
3. What did you like least about your rotation day in this department? Why?
4. What skills did you perform while on this unit?
5. List five pieces of medical equipment that you observed on the unit this week.
6. What patient diagnosis and procedures did you learn about?
7. What medical terminology or abbreviations did you encounter? Name at least three and provide
definition or meaning.
8. Interview your mentor. List their educational background, job description, years of experience,
and level of job satisfaction.
Using the following space, write an essay describing your overall experience on the unit. When
reflecting on your day in the unit, think about your responsibility in your learning. What could you
have done differently to ensure that you have the optimal experience?
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Student Signature___________________________________ Date____________________