NICU Nurse Sandy Content On Having The 'Greatest Job' In The World, Even On The Bad Days | TODAY

Sandy Content has been a NICU nurse for 10 years. She believes God brought her to the NICU after her twin daughters were born at 24 weeks and 1 day.
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NICU Nurse Sandy Content On Having The 'Greatest Job' In The World, Even On The Bad Days | TODAY

[@laurenliz2219]

I had to come back to this video to say I saw this 4 years ago and now I graduate nursing school and started my dream job as a new grad RN in the NICU!! Don’t give up on your dreams. My first month in the NICU has been amazing 💗💗

[@KristenMakoyi]

wow amazing!! i hope this is me one day.

[@livd2973]

I’m scared that I’m not smart enough :/

[@acostanicolem]

Congratulations 🤍🎉

[@preciselyavri7944]

I pray everyday to have this job one day. If its the Lords will let it be done.

[@TheBiblicalDreamInterpreter]

Make it happen!😊

[@princess287love]

Amen

[@heal-thylife77]

Is it really competitive for nurses to get to work in the nicu?

[@princess287love]

Heal-Thy Life kind of. I think you need to have at least one year of experience first

[@MzNewYork80]

? It's your will. The Lord doesn't establish references and send your resume. Stop pinning everything as God's job, have some personal responsibility.

[@candicemcneil5854]

crying as I watch this... she loves every single one of these babies like they came out of her own body. shes doing Gods work

[@MsClarisa2010]

143 days my baby was in NICU . Less than 15% survival, we thought we would have to plan a funeral... instead we were blessed to plan his homecoming 5-9-18 . Forever grateful and in hopes to one day become a nurse myself .

[@ashleyisrael6038]

This warmed my heart.

[@MsClarisa2010]

@Kimmy thats so kool !!! Happy early bday just around the corner ;)

[@strawbbyluv6153]

My sister was in the NICU for 113 days and she’s so chunky now!

[@stephenmc8271]

Well, I've taken the exams for the 2nd time now and still didn't succeed, i wonder how those who succeeded did it. 😭💔

[@lorientheresa4844]

I failed twice, i lost money to reviews that never helped but the major thing is that l've not lost hope.

[@unknown-pb3kz]

WHAT!! I am born at 23 weeks. and I survived!!! that's crazy, make me cry because I'm not supposed to be alive. I want to be a neonatal nurse and I'm 15, I can't wait!!!!!!!💙💙💙

[@barbryan7538]

I am also 15 and was born prematurely with my twin sister. I have also recently discovered that I want to be a NICU nurse

[@Kayla-hz5mm]

I just turned 16 a short while ago, but I was wanting to be a nurse since I was 5, but soon discovered the nicu field with infants at 11 and wanted to be a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner for a while and then switched to ob/gyn bc I want to be a doctor, but I soon discovered I wanted to be a Doctor, but with the infants, not just pre/post birth, so I did some research and discovered Neonatology and am over thrilled bc this is the best of both worlds and I am so excited to finish out my next 2.5 years of highschool and work hard to get to that profession!

[@paoladelgado1071]

unknown 1 you got this honey ❤️❤️❤️ you CAN do All things THROUGH CHRIST who gives you strength

[@emmichalfant5166]

I was a 24 weeker I'm now 15

[@danyaweiss9038]

unknown 1 me too

[@mimiandreas8331]

It is the greatest job in the world and I'm proud to be a NICU nurse😘

[@ugohgugg2335]

Mimi Andreas . Do the neonatal Nurse Practitioner that work in the nicu get to like hold and feed the baby?

[@mimiandreas8331]

Ugoh GUGg yes. We are the primary care givers. So we do almost everything for the infant.

[@princess287love]

Leslie Rivera No it’s not the same. Nurse practitioners have to complete a masters program.

[@PrettyBabeRu]

Do you get paid well?

[@RobLox-ex7ui]

But Np nurses have to put the tubes through the baby's nose & mouth?? That sounds painful & to see that.. i don't know if I could support that..id be crying

[@leeleekung8376]

I want this job sooo bad

[@kathleenwidenshaw5645]

leelee kung it gets so hard ' seeing baby's withdraw and sometimes pass its hard job trust me I go home and cry hard at night .

[@d.joseph98]

whytho # I know it can have sad moments but I still really want this job

[@roseknittingfuturelovely2234]

Me too i love babies

[@user-fe4mn2vh5s]

Same!! Also I love your profile picture❤️

[@Lol-od1nu]

Me and my brothers(we are triplets)were born on week 28 or 27 I dont remember and we go visit our NICU nurses every year on our birthday💖💖💖

[@User-72430]

Katherine Ryan aww

[@dawntay96]

i delivered my baby at 24 weeks but she didnt make it. she had anancephaly. i hope to see her in heaven one day

[@evamz9584]

Dawn Meek Oh love I’m so sorry😢 and you will see your sweet baby girl in heaven🙏❤️ I have 3 waiting for me but I never knew what they were as I miscarried all very early. Today the Lord has blessed me with my miracle baby. She is 8 months old🙂 I enjoy every second I have her. It’s really scary not knowing, doubting and feeling guilt.. just so many emotions. Don’t give up🙏 I hope you are doing well. God Bless

[@raqlyte1122]

Dawn Meek I'm so sore to hear that may the Lord bring your heart peace. God bless

[@joynavalinskas-deleon929]

I can relate.... 😢 I’m so sorry for your loss! My first daughter baby girl was born at 23 weeks and 5/7 day after my placenta erupted and she was breech and I wasn’t fully dilated and my doctor ripped her out of me causing me to hemorage and broke her neck......😢 she is in Heaven with Jesus and I can’t wait till I get to see her!!!!! 💫♥️

[@CaliforniaDreaming26]

❤️❤️❤️

[@colleenross8752]

God bless you, May she watch over you always

[@MsCAngela]

She has the touch of an Angel! Cant Thank her enough for sharing her gift with these other babies and parents! It takes a big heart! Can’t imagine how hard that job is!

[@anncoral2800]

I'm also a NICU nurse for almost 3yrs..it's one of the most fulfilling jobs I had.

[@natluna7390]

Anna Coral what schooling is needed?!

[@kkentertainment7169]

my 1.5 month is in hospital NICU from last 20 days due to dehydrated and infectionas per doctors having no control in his motions maybe he have another disease which they not understanding. please help me

[@anncoral2800]

@@natluna7390 you will need trainings

[@anncoral2800]

@@kkentertainment7169 just pray, have faith and talk to your baby. Antibiotics will do and parenteral nutrition. But if your baby has any other conditions thats difficult to treat. You will need a specialist

[@kkentertainment7169]

@@anncoral2800 hello mam,can you help me to know the reasons of dehydration, because there doctors are unable to get the disease behind ,baby motions are not in control from last 20 days

[@daniellehall1612]

Why the thumbs down? I really don't understand it.

[@anthonymarquez6493]

I think it takes a special kind of nurse to be a NICU nurse it is such a hard job to do. Thank you NICU nurses

[@sariaguerra2237]

im a sophomore in highschool...& im VERY determined to do this when im older ...💓

[@summerlee5846]

Saria Guerra I believe you can do it.

[@weenie5912]

Same here! I’m a sophomore right now. I wish you tons of luck!

[@sariaguerra2237]

mismo 617 i wish you the best of luck as well !💗

[@marley-yf8or]

im a sophomore right now and want to be a nicu nurse too :) i hope we are able to be in this field!

[@rosebouquet3170]

omg same!! i'm going into my junior year of hs and this is my dream job

[@alinesimon3330]

My NICU BABY is 45 yrs old born at 28 weeks

[@roseymarcial4491]

THANKYOU! To all the NICU nurses all the love they give to the preemies is just amazing. My son was born at 26 weeks weighing 2. 6oz, in the NICU for 3 months now he's a healthy 9 month old Im just happy Im able to love and care for him now. The work you guys put in everyday is very much appreciated!💗

[@fatmarashid3231]

Did he have any brain bleeding? Am having preemie 25 and really worries but I believe in Allah the Almighty

[@Southern_Scenery]

​@@fatmarashid3231I hope your little one came through everything good? ❣️Hugs.

[@kimma508]

NICU nurses are angels on earth. What an extraordinary group of men and women who care for sick babies. God Bless You All!

[@luxurydoll6007]

Beautiful my daughter was born at 24 weeks she was in the NICU for 4 months I have full respect for the team truly sent from god😇🙏🏽🥰

[@jy.b4075]

Im not crying YOUR CRYING 😢💕

[@sillyhippie1794]

I can't wait, this melted my heart. I start my pre nursing classes in January. Within a couple years I hope I start my nursing school and become an RN. I love babies, they are so pure and beautiful. I have not been religious in the longest time but this might break me. I must start praying and manifesting blessings. 💖

[@mdavis9718]

I remember when my daughter was 9 days old rushed to Temple University Hospital due to laryngomalacia. The NICU nurses treated my baby as if she was an angel. Their care for her was outstanding. I will never forget their kindness, their reassurance, and even their care for me as a new mom that had a c-section. God bless all the caring nurses in the world, you guys make a difference!!!

[@princesscami122099]

*wow she literally has my dream job at the hospital I want to work at😭👏🏼 hopefully I’ll get there one day*

[@amaiathompson6671]

Camila C. Good luck ms Camilla!

[@emilyschmidt8682]

You will!!

[@Melunbox]

Did you?

[@karal.6713]

I wana work in NICU. I'm just scared of the not so happy endings. I love babies so much IDK if my heart would be able to handle it. Any advise from an active or former NICU nurse???

[@contentscontent7082]

I'm not going to sugar coat it, there are days that are a struggle, but you can't go into a job like this and think negatively you must think of all the good and positive outcomes!

[@CamylSantos]

I’m currently 18 weeks pregnant and this makes me emotional. Thank you so much for taking care of the babies like they’re yours. ❤️

[@delaniesutton7192]

When my brother was in the NICU he had THE best set of doctors and nurses. I believe anyone who works these positions I thank God for them everyday

[@stellabeam25]

How beautiful of a privilege it is to nourish and cradle life as they are so fragile coming into the world. She's such a miracle worker to these babies.❤

[@janetarmendariz8052]

Your an angel God blessed you whit your talent my heart goes out to you 😗and your girls are beautiful

[@itzzhailey8325]

When I grow up I want to become a neonatal nurse. Because when I was born I was 23 weeks. And I had to go to ICU. And on heart monitor and on oxygen and I almost died. But now I'm 15 and a healthy person. Hopefully I can become a neonatal nurse so I can help babies. ❤️

[@thatblueone8601]

I was born at 24 weeks weighing 1 pound 6 oz, having 2 brain bleeds and doctors saying it would be a miracle if I survived the night, I survived the night but stayed 8 months at the hospital and my mom couldn't hold me till I was 3 weeks old I am thankful to be alive today at 15 ❤️️

[@dominiquealisemerlano2590]

I hope you read this and I just wanna say thank you for everything you do. Nicu nurses are the best at what they do my son was a nicu baby was in the nicu for three weeks born at 37 wks had trouble breathing and eating on his own and the nicu nurses that we had were so supportive, caring, and professional. Thank you.

[@XactlyCeSe1]

Bless her! I even had one tear running down my cheek 😭😭

[@Funnyvideos-zx8pj]

I'm a Nicu nurse in Pakistan, I love doing my job. It's a great pleasure to care for neonates.

[@skylersmith6439]

My daughter was born May 14th 2018 at PSL/RMCH in Denver at 28 weeks. She spent 61 days in the NICU and it was the hardest experience I’ve ever gone through. If it wasn’t for the nurses not only caring for my child but for me idk what I would have done. It has really inspired me to work towards becoming a NICU nurse!

[@kellybreed6464]

If it wasn't for my main nurse I wouldn't have stayed so strong ❤️ they take care of your babies when you can't be there

[@glendahawkins3227]

What a WONDERFUL nurse. God MEANT for her to be a NICU nurse!

[@hawasuleiman2262]

omg this brings back so much memories, sad, scary, worry and happiness at the same time. my daughter was born at 30 weeks and spent 6 weeks in NICU. she weighed 1.079kg and i didnt think she would make it, thanks to God allmighty and the staff at NICU she is well and healthy

[@Myr25636]

I've been a NICU nurse for over 10 years and sometimes the days are really physically and mentally challenging as far as stress but I always think I have the best job in the world. I have sent home two babies that were born at 23 weeks. It was such a joy to see them to home.

[@essencemil]

Thank you for posting this video! I am also a NICU nurse and I find it can be difficult to explain to others what this work is really like. I will show this video to people who would like to know more about my work. Job well done!

[@french2572]

This makes me cry. This is the job for me.

[@cynthiagibson8188]

What an amazing woman! I pray everyone is this passionate about their job! 💛

[@colleenross8752]

God bless you Sandy, you are truly an angel on earth

[@hamasali3879]

Good woman

[@alinesimon3330]

GOD BLESS ALL NICU NURSES AND DR.my son was born 8 weeks early he stayed 6 months in NICU......

[@princess287love]

This is the video that made me pursue nursing school. I graduate in a few months 🙏

[@prettybitch7870]

I am 13 And I am thinking of what I wanna do for college. I love babies but I thought that the 17years of schooling would be too much and I would not be able to do it. After watching this video I realized that I was made to do this job and I don’t care how long it takes because I will be happy. I will be living my best life. I would wait 40 Year’s to do this. I hope I still feel like this when I’m a senior

[@topanga26]

17 years?

[@prettybitch7870]

Melanie Flynn *in all yes* but don’t take my word for it because it might not be like precise. Doctor=17 years Nurse= around 4 years or less

[@topanga26]

@@prettybitch7870 right - a bachelors degree in nursing is 4 years. Im a nurse. I was confused about the 17 years, i thought you were talking about nursing school.

[@nurse.wilderjenny]

I want to be a NICU nurse. I just got accepted to the nursing program and I will start in April 😇🙏 I can’t wait!

[@yemialemu9902]

You got this! 👍 Best of luck in your nursing journey! I just passed my NCLEX last week. 🍾🍾🎉🎉

[@animalsareloveandhappiness4505]

Thank you for sharing. AND caring. U are a lovely beautiful soul. God put you in the right place😇💞😇💖😇💞😇💞😇💞😇💞😇💖😇💖😇💖😇💖😇💖💝💝🙏🏻💝💝💝🙏🏻👍🏻💝💝👍🏻👍🏻💝💝🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@breannamanderson8469]

Aww god bless the nurses like you who have saved so many lives!! I was in the nicu after my lungs didn’t fully develop & spent a few weeks in there!!❤️❤️❤️ so thankful for the nurses

[@jesusislordimtalkingaboutm8865]

Wow 📣GOD ALMIGHTY IS GOOD- A DREAM CAREER, BEAUTIFUL KIDS, AND A HUMBLE NURSE Hallelujah!!!

[@bealambwouldya]

This is what I’m pursuing 🥰😩I can’t wait

[@guitarsinger1231]

Wow she is such an inspiration!

[@kimberlybasaldua]

I am so GRATEFUL for NICU NURSES and staff. My little one was in the NICU for 56 days and was diagnosed with Pierre Robin Syndrome. I was so overwhelmed with emotions during his stay in the NICU but so blessed to have had such passionate NICU nurses that truly care for the well-being of my son. These NICU NURSES are ROCKSTARS. My little one is now going to be one on the 27th and I am so blessed to see his progress. So to all the NICU NURSES I just want to thank you for all you do you guys are AMAZING!!!!!!

[@nicoleadams9956]

Im just a 13 year old wanting this job wen im older , this has made me want it even more. Gonna have to work so hard tho! Your girls r beautiful as well x

[@melannie2003]

I WAS JUST RESEARCHING THIS JOB YESTERDAY NIGHT AND I REALLY LIKED IT AND THIS SHOWS UP TODAY?? COINCIDENCE, I THINK NOT

[@justclaudia0131]

God bless each child, that unfortunately, has to rely on the NICU, in order to get better. Most importantly, God bless each nurse, who look afer these babies.

[@raquellochoa]

Miraculous! The kindness of the Lord dispensed in this beautiful woman's hands.

[@laurie1213]

God bless u and your family. My daughter is a peds nurse and I am so proud of her. Thank you for everything u do. 😘

[@rachelosei_]

I want this job but people tell me it is boring but i was born a premature child and it makes me so emotional seeing this. However, I feel like i can be an example to mothers and families that their babies can make it outside of a hospital. What do you guys think?

[@ellasouth7829]

Rachel Osei Go for it!! everyone has a calling. God bless miracle child

[@Joxxerfoxy]

Rachel Osei it can be a little quiet at times. The NICU is such a unique environment because of the way stimuli are controlled. It’s like a giant womb for the baby. You’re caring for the most vulnerable patients and it takes great care to make sure everything is done right, like IVs, their little NG tubes, their meds, and so on.

[@hannahkelly5999]

Do what you want if you feel it's the right job for you try it out it probably is everything happens for a reason everyone is different!

[@kkdoc7864]

Rachel Osei If you are good in school, start taking classes to get to your goal. Get a job now at a hospital so that when you graduate, you will be hired at that institution. One step at a time, but when you get that RN license, you can have an amazing career with hundreds of specialties to choose from. If you find you don’t care for NICU, then try ER, Operating Room, CCU, Hospice, etc etc. You will not get bored.

[@bethj714]

Rachel Osei do it!

[@nonenope886]

I couldn’t do it . My heart couldn’t handle .

[@RoxanneBascillo]

God bless you NURSE SANDY GREAT JOB.💞💞💞💞

[@willdowns1745]

I was Born 2 lbs 9 Oz 27 weeks early. The team at Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital in Cleveland OH quite literally are the reason I'm alive today, celebrating my 21st birthday tomorrow.

[@brittnyy113]

I had my baby at that same hospital! GREATEST NURSES AND STAFF IN THE WORLD!!! I am now in Nursing school, and these staff made me want to go into Neonatal Nursing

[@claudiafulbright5003]

I was so fortunate to be able to volunteer in the NICU. I am not a nurse or assistant. My job was to bath the newborns and prepare the baby for circumcision. I hated watching it but I knew it had to be done. And when parents were not there I rocked them and rocked and rocked. That was my favorite time. I’d still be doing it if my health had not interfered What a miracle those tiny tiny babies are and oh so strong. Again, I felt privileged to be able to give my time and help the nurses who was so very busy.

[@alinesimon3330]

GOD BLESS ALL NURSES AND DR WHO TAKE CARE OF THE NICU BABIES

[@amyarellano6030]

Man ... this gets to me ... my daughter was in the NICU & that is one of the hardest things I've ever been thru .. but its nurses like her that got me thru it & of course God .. God bless her & all the nurses .

[@ladychriswieland1305]

With so much tender, love and care. ❤

[@thaliaxyra9026]

Lord help me,I'll be a NICU nurse next shift (March 26,2019) guide me and give wisdom and knowledge in my job.I want to help and love my job.In Jesus name.Amen.

[@lisawilliams9211]

Amen my fellow sister nurse!

[@keyahninaylor4974]

Amen 🙏

[@taraaliyeva1813]

This type of nurses that CARE like this are walking ANGELS!

[@kleinemaus6094]

May God bless all NICU nurses. You truly have the most important job in the world.

[@crimbonn]

My son was born very early and went straight to the NICU. It was the most stressful feeling but I had God and the most amazing nurses and my baby boy left happy and healthy! I knew from that moment, I was called to work as a NICU nurse. In school now with about 2 years left!

[@noramosesgoddey]

Being a NICU Nurse is one of the best thing that have happened to me. Babies are just too cute and adorable😍

[@Abmarp]

Wow. I use to push myself to want to do a nursing job... I have no anxiety looking at this. I am going to try NICU to see how I like it. Watching this was such a blessing.

[@rachelsenn]

What a lovely lady

[@kalifrommel3947]

I’m currently in nursing and I cannot wait until this day.

[@nianichole6805]

I loved this video this just showed me how much I want that job 😭😍

[@LorenDraws]

I’m in year 9 and I’ve planned to being a neonatal nurse and I love watching these videos and reading peoples comments

[@mimi42428]

Go for it!! you will be great :)

[@garzafamily7074]

My son was a NIÇU baby and loved by the wonderful nurses .He is now a healthy one year old

[@azzariaalure]

Iwant today be a NICU nurse so bad and I was born at 24 week I am so blessed to still be here i pray good things over all nurses y’all are a blessing!

[@rmhedits]

I've wanted to be a pediatric nurse since kindergarten. I told my teacher I wanted to be "a nurse for kids with no hair"(not knowing what cancer was at that age). Since then I have learned alot about the different nursing paths I could take and fell in love with the idea of working in the NICU. I'm currently about to start my sophomore and am working as hard as I can to fulfill my dream of getting the blessing of caring for those little miracles and supporting their parents.

[@emilyluther6482]

What an amazing lady! Sometimes it takes a personal experience to find out what ur meant to do, I’m a CNA and it was my own struggle with an illness that helped me find my calling, it’s incredible how being sick for 3 years made me realize I want to help others

[@DrivingCarey246]

You are a angel and God has Nless you with beautiful children. Thank you for what you do

[@melinafrancoise2108]

my baby was born at 34 weeks....a girl she was in nicu for 14 days but she have not survive ....... hope for seeing her in the heaven😚😚🤐 my little angel

[@donaldcase491]

NICU nurses are a special and unique nurse.

[@liz02498biz]

You are so generous and warm. You have a big strong heart to be able to do this.

[@brittanya6674]

She inspires me. 🙏🏾

[@hoodxocalum7473]

Bless you for taking care of these precious babies!!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️ I was born at 21 weeks :) 1 pound 7 ounces March 1st on a Friday 1996! I have 2 beautiful babies myself 😊

[@tatyanaturanskaya9878]

You are amazing god bless you

[@kharlyr2870]

That care n touch saves lives i wish all nurses had that karisma

[@AGM-ts5bb]

Those families are super blessed to have caring people like you.

[@shanicebroomfield2333]

Omg...looking at those babies in that condition makes me want to cry. 😪 awww

[@beeonkuhh8597]

Thank you so much for everything you do Nurse Sandy!!! It takes real strength and commitment to get that job and you provide help to so many. So glad our world has you!

[@pamelamejia641]

Awww I. Want to be this when I grow up 🥺🥺

[@d.joseph98]

This is my future goal. To become a NICU Nurse 👩🏾‍⚕️

[@risenshine1470]

I was born at 1 pound 7 oz, I’m so grateful for the caretakers in NICU who didn’t give up on me. Today I’m a thriving 18 year old preparing for college *anything is possible*

[@elizabethpreciado1324]

This is such a beautiful story,I can't wait to take my baby home from the NICU ❤️🍼👶

[@nourata.5893]

I myself was in the NICU for months after I was born. Today I’m a pediatrics nurse hoping to work in NICU one day 🥰

[@arielhenderson7320]

Awww she seem like a wonderful person & great nurse I can feel her energy watching this video

[@carolina_girl1290]

My daughter was a nicu baby she was 6 weeks early I know how those moms feel unfortunately i ended up in severe postpartum depression from her being in the nicu and when she was finally able to come home I had so much trouble to connect with her like a mother should I took care of her did what i needed to do but I other then that I distanced myself from her bc it didn't feel right to me that I should be doing this. And to this day I struggle with trying to connect with her like a mom should to play and everything like that bc to me it doesn't feel right I feel awkward and very uncomfortable doing what moms are suppose to do and i know that's not normal

[@meiposhgarden4782]

Carolina_ Girl have you tried to get help?

[@kleinemaus6094]

I want you to know you're not a bad mom. It's very hard to go through what you did, and very traumatic. I agree with the previous poster, get some counseling sweetie.

[@moniqueb8545]

Such a sweet lady and such cute babies.

[@chrisperez5519]

She is amazing.