IS IT HARD BEING A LABOR AND DELIVERY NURSE?? | What they don't tell you about being an L&D nurse

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If you're thinking about becoming a labor and delivery nurse, this video is for you! I'm spilling the beans on what it's really like to be an L&D nurse and what they don't tell you and labor and delivery before you get there! Don't get me wrong, I love being a labor and delivery nurse, but there were some things that I didn't account for before taking the job. I'm happy to share these discoveries with you so you can make an informed decision on whether this specialty is for you!
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@nikkieizzuka4059 3 жыл бұрын

Drop your 2021 goals 👇🏽 I'm curious if everyone else has a positive outlook on 2021 like I do!

@tashashannon8012 Жыл бұрын

Currently on week 7 of my orientation as a new grad L&D nurse and I agree that it can get overwhelming during deliveries with all that the nurse is in charge of keeping up with! ❤

@shanicegivhan4389 2 жыл бұрын

Starting my l&D residency February and I’m learning to give myself grace and stop being hard on my self each shift 😫definitely didn’t think it would be this hard of a transition , the struggle of still not knowing a lot I’m struggling with .

@nikkieizzuka4059 2 жыл бұрын

So relatable! You’ll get there though, I promise!

@shayladeshawnn5807 Жыл бұрын

Take comfort in the Lord, he will give you strength, joy, peace, and rest truly🤍🙏🏽

@bonnielynn-lifewithchrist3703 Жыл бұрын

Amen!

@suzannebordeaux9553 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Great things to talk about and share!

@nikkieizzuka4059 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed! 😊

@porshiablackmon8620 3 ай бұрын

Hey Nikkie, thanks for this video. It was very informative and spelled out. Labor and delivery is my desired specialty so this was helpful to know and be aware of the cons that comes with it.

@colleengulley2718 2 жыл бұрын

That getting frustrating with yourself is so real, omggggggggg so real, I'm working on giving myself some grace. I've been on a step down unit for 11 months and it's been so stressful and overwhelming! I'm thinking of switching to l&D thank you for info !

@nikkieizzuka4059 2 жыл бұрын

Giving yourself grace is definitely tough sometimes! I’m sure the step down unit can get super hectic! Switching to L&d will definitely bring on its own challenges but if that what you want to do, do it!

@stacycross8480 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Nikkie - thank you!

@nikkieizzuka4059 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stacy!!

@roxannenoriega5661 3 жыл бұрын

I started my Versant residency this past October...omg🤯!! It's getting better and I'm learning to love it! But you have def noted some FACTS!!

@nikkieizzuka4059 3 жыл бұрын

I def love it, but it can be overwhelming at times! It's hard learning to be a nurse, let alone an L&D nurse. Its so specialized and I didn't have really any experience before I started

@guyaneseloveee 2 жыл бұрын

Hey honey! I’m 3 months into my L&D Residency and feeling the exact same way you felt. Whew!! I’ve been going through the feels. I definitely didn’t think it’d be as much as it is prior to starting. I had to learn to give myself grace and not be so hard on myself & remember that I’m a new RN. I’ve been a LPN for 3 years. We’ll get there. ✨ Hope that you’re flourishing! 💜 Thank you for this video.

@nikkieizzuka4059 2 жыл бұрын

We definitely will get there! Love this comment, you’re doing well :)

@Nurse_JahairaDamary 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice ! I am considering but can’t wait for my maternity rotation

@nikkieizzuka4059 2 жыл бұрын

Oo fun! I hope you got to talk to the nurses on the unit and saw what the flow of the unit was like!

@Luisa-cx2fy 3 жыл бұрын

Loved your video & your vibe. 😁

@nikkieizzuka4059 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks girl!

@itslizj 2 жыл бұрын

Waiiiit hey girl!! I was scrolling through l&d videos and saw yours definitely subscribing (idk if u remember me from high school, i graduated with your sis) lol

@nikkieizzuka4059 2 жыл бұрын

Lol heyy! Yeah I know you haha haven’t made a vid in a while but glad you found me :) are you in nursing school??

@mollycheyne5446 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your videos! When you do end up encountering scenarios with fetal/maternal demise can you make a video on how you are trained to handle those situations? I’m in an accelerated program and looking to do labor and delivery afterwards!!

@nikkieizzuka4059 3 жыл бұрын

Surely! Its a tough part of the job and I'll be sure to share this side of it as well!

@bettysmith4527 Жыл бұрын

I did L and D for 4 months, I tried to love it, but I ended up hating it. Too much documentation for me, and on top of it they wanted all us new folks to learn how to scrub for c-sections to, it was just too much at once. I found it stressful and unenjoyable, I had no interest in the position changes etc to get to the delivery part! I did what you did a couple times, Multips with epidurals who are not close to delivering, but then after their epidural you look and they are crowning! I went to postpartum and liked that a lot better, but they only had nights with no hope of going to days for at least 2 years. I did the nights for two weeks, and realized it was not for me, I just can't do night shift!! Anyway, I found my nursing niche in vascular access, day shifts, no patient load or wiping butts (or vaginas), day shift, putting in PICCs is cool, day shift.... It's truly the only nursing job I have not hated! Hope your are doing well in your nursing career.

@Kassiex5 5 ай бұрын

What’s the name of the vascular access position?

@bettysmith4527 5 ай бұрын

Usually it will be posted as an RN position on either the vascular access team or IV Team, on occasion it will be post as PICC RN @@Kassiex5 It really depends on the hospital.

@jadenicole9543 2 жыл бұрын

Hi beautiful! I really enjoyed your video. Do you mind sharing what accelerated program/school you went to?

@zol2415 Жыл бұрын

I'm a doula who works at a local birth center but I mostly go to hospital births with the midwives, I see folks catch their own babies often, the midwives actually welcome it! It's possible you just need a care team who supports you.

@isakeslaughter6049 2 жыл бұрын

In my second semester of nursing school . I'm also in an accelerated program. I get 5 weeks of maternity and I know it's impossible to learn everything and really see what a L&D nurse does. Thanks for sharing!!

@nikkieizzuka4059 2 жыл бұрын

Omg so hard!! Looking back, at least in my experience, nursing school did more to prepare me for the NCLEX than to actually learn how to be a nurse :/

@princess287love 3 жыл бұрын

I really want to do L&D, but I don’t have experience 😭 I’ll try to do my senior practicum in an L&D unit if possible 🙏

@nikkieizzuka4059 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't have experience either! Its not impossible nowadays. You'll never know if you can land your first job in labor and delivery if you dont try! Good luck girl ;)

@courtneyturner3326 3 жыл бұрын

What are the risks of not cutting the cord for 3 minutes? I've always heard it's best to wait until it's done pulsating, which for some people can be even over 3 minutes.

@nikkieizzuka4059 3 жыл бұрын

Our policy is 60 seconds. I just looked it up and WHO recommends delaying cord clamping for 30-60 seconds. Also, according to ACOG, delaying cord clamping slightly increases the risk of jaundice. Hope this helps! :)

@_RanaR_ Ай бұрын

Drake fans: he’s trolling, y’all don’t get it. Me: ah, yes. The ole destroy the discography to prove you’re ahead ploy.

@Kassiex5 5 ай бұрын

Are you still in L&D? How’s it been ?

@brittanyzielinski2914 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video!! Do you need to have a BSN to be hired?! This is my dream career

@nikkieizzuka4059 3 жыл бұрын

You don’t need a BSN but it definitely makes you more competitive if you do have it. I would suggest looking into RN to BSN programs and being prepared to talk about your goals with furthering your education during interviews. Tell them that you’re planning on getting your BSN and be specific about what schools you’re looking at and your timeline. This will make you seem ambitious and like a stronger candidate! Thanks for your comment and you got this! If this is your dream career, MAKE IT HAPPEN!!

@brittanyzielinski2914 3 жыл бұрын

@@nikkieizzuka4059 THANK YOU SO MUCH!! This is really helpful did you have to go into a residency program prior to starting this job? I am going to go forward with this and you have a new subscriber!

@nikkieizzuka4059 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brittany!! To answer your question, I am currently in the nurse residency program at my hospital! The way this one works is that for the first 10-12 weeks, we rotate through different units in the hospital to get a feel for where we would like to be. After that, we are placed into our permanent units and complete our orientation there.

@brittanyzielinski2914 3 жыл бұрын

@@nikkieizzuka4059 that’s amazing!!! CONGRATS for 2021 and okay I like how this type of area in nursing has such amazing training and learning opportunities! You should make a update video once your done!

@nikkieizzuka4059 3 жыл бұрын

@@brittanyzielinski2914 I'll definitely post an update video! I'm still on orientation at least until the end of march so I won't be on my own for a while!

@butterflygirl4771 Жыл бұрын

Question: if u had to choose would u prefer to stay a bedside nurse ... Or L&D nurse?

@BlackBeautii1 Жыл бұрын

Bedside nurse is an l and d nurse

@lindamorella2245 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this🩺♥️🩺My love of NICU led to an offer in L&D. I love a new challenge, can't handle boredom & was taught in school that we'll never know everything. Nursing is a calling & a lifetime of learning. Yes, keep up your certifications. Loved the example of the woman who tried to control the delivery, a real possibility of having to catch a baby on the way out👶🍼 Take aways: Vision board. Evidence based practice. DOCUMENT!!📚🩺♥️🩺 📚