Transformative Nursing in the NICU

Transformative Nursing in the NICU, Second Edition is a fully updated, evidence-based guide for neonatal nurse practitioners and NICU clinicians, focusing on trauma-informed care in the neonatal intensive care setting. It emphasizes the evolving role of NICU clinicians in mitigating both immediate and long-term effects of neonatal trauma, with strategies grounded in the latest research on neurobiology, epigenetics, and caring science.

Key Features:

• Trauma-Informed Approach: Reframes developmentally supportive care into trauma-informed, age-appropriate care, addressing the biological, psychological, and social needs of neonates.
• New Chapters: Includes five entirely new chapters covering neurologic consequences of NICU trauma, the value and science of trauma-informed care, the soul of trauma-informed practice, and attributes of the trauma-informed clinician.
• Clinician-Centered Care: Highlights the foundational role of the NICU clinician in implementing trauma-informed practices, including role development, teamwork, and leadership within the NICU.
• Holistic NICU Focus: Integrates care for the neonate, family, and clinician, promoting well-being across the care team.
• Global Perspective: Expands discussion on healthcare quality and the Quadruple Aim, emphasizing best practices worldwide.
• Evidence-Based Protocols: Provides practical strategies, protocols, and examples from international practitioners to improve neonatal outcomes.
• Interactive Learning: Offers online learning activities to facilitate translation of evidence-based concepts into daily clinical practice.