I graduate nursing school in December and have been offered a job in Mother/Baby. Even though I like MBU, my dream specialty is the NICU. Should I take the MBU job then transfer to the NICU or try to find my dream job?

I would take the position in MBU and later transfer to NICU. You will work closely with L&D and the NICU as a MBU nurse and you'll learn a lot about neonatal care and get your skills down.

Yes! Definitely take the MBU job to get your foot in the door. In some Mother/Baby nurses are to float to NICU to take care of the feeders and growers. That can create an opportunity for you to get hired once a position opens. Since you’re familiar with the NICU environment already. All the best in your nursing career.

I went to Nicu straight out of school . If it's your dream job I would do everything you can to get there and if you can't find an opening there then go to MB.

As a nursing student myself, I would definitely take the MBU and then when nicu had open positions you’ll then be able to apply for a transfer.