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Pediatric nurses work with sick and hurt children in hospitals, doctor's offices and schools. Pediatric nurses also serve as educational advocates for distraught parents and relatives.
History
According to the Journal of the Medical Library Association, specialized nursing in pediatrics began in 1855 when The Children's Hospital opened in Philadelphia.
Training
The first step in becoming a pediatric nurse is becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner. Hospitals and care facilities focused on children may provide on the job pediatric training programs.
Certification
The Pediatric Nursing Certification Board offers an exam for U.S. and Canadian Registered Nurses with 1,800 documented pediatric service hours in the past 24 months. Certification may result in increased salary compensation and job opportunities.
Duties
According to PediatricNursing.com, the duties of a pediatric nurse include taking vital signs, performing physical assessments, collecting biological samples and giving medication.
Specialties
Pediatric nurses may specialize in fields such as oncology or emergency medicine.
Source:
Journal of the Medical Library Association: Mapping the Literature of Pediatric Nursing
Pediatric Nursing Certification Board: Eligibility Requirements for CPN Certification
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