Pediatric Registered Nurse

Job Description

A pediatric RN assists pediatricians by assessing a patient's needs and providing initial patient care. They help families deal with a child's illness or injury and often offer information on nutrition, diet and good health habits. Pediatric RNs may work in a doctor's office, clinic or outpatient care center, immunization center or hospital. Work hours vary depending on the facility.

Pediatric RNs often document a patient's symptoms and medical history for the doctor to review. They also draw blood, administer medication and give childhood vaccinations. Pediatric RNs might also assist a pediatrician during a patient examination. Additional duties result from further specialization, such as pediatric oncology, dermatology or cardiology.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree of Nursing (BSN)
Registered Nurse with current nursing license from country of origin
Basic Life Support Provider with current certification (BLS)
Two years recent acute care nursing experience
Bachelor's Degree of Nursing (BSN)