The Neonatal Resuscitation Program at University of Minnesota Children's Hospital, Fairview is an educational program that introduces the concepts and basic skills of neonatal resuscitation.

This course has been designed to teach an evidence-based approach to resuscitation of the newborn. The causes, prevention, and management of mild to severe neonatal asphyxia are carefully explained so that health professionals may develop optimal knowledge and skill in resuscitation.
 
This course is a combination of video based learning, testing and skill stations.  Skills reviewed are:

• Positive pressure ventilation
• Chest compression
• Intubation/airway management of the newly born
• Umbilical line placement
• How to care for a premature infant in the delivery room

NRP course completion is valid for two years and no grace period applies.  The NRP Renewal Course, a two-hour class, is offered monthly at various Fairview sites. The Initial NRP Education course is offered bi-monthly at various Fairview sites.

For more information about upcoming Initial Provider NRP Education Courses or NRP Renewal Courses, or to register, call Fairview On Call at 612-672-7272.  For more information about the NRP program, call Teka Siebenaler, Program Coordinator, at 612-273-0055.