Pediatrics

The Patient Who Changed My Nursing Purpose as a Student

By Kiara Chile

1 minute read

A powerful nursing student story from the PICU reveals how caring for a critically ill infant shaped a lifelong nursing purpose and passion for pediatric care.

Pediatric Nurse Careers: Healing Futures, One Child at a Time

By Linda Childers

6 minute read

Pediatric nurses leave a lasting impact on the lives of their patients. Explore pediatric nurse careers, key skills, certifications, and more.

Working as a Pediatric Oncology Nurse: Challenges and Joys

By Stacey Kusterbeck

6 minute read

Explore the world of a pediatric oncology nurse, balancing emotional challenges with the reward of supporting children and families through treatment.

Telehealth and Pediatric Nurses: Pros and Cons

By Zelda Meeker

6 minute read

Explore the pros and cons of telehealth in pediatric nursing, from improved access to care to technological barriers.

Pediatric Nurses: Importance of Play and Comfort Techniques

By Carole Jakucs

5 minute read

Discover how pediatric nurses use play and comfort techniques to alleviate stress and support child development in healthcare settings. Learn effective methods and their benefits.

Caring for Medically Complex Children Takes a Village

By Lisette Hilton

6 minute read

Medically complex children need healthcare teams that can support them during admission, discharge, and beyond, and nurses are there for it all.

Pandemic Brings Changes to Pediatric Care

By Lisette Hilton

6 minute read

Nurses caring for children nationwide witnessed changes in pediatric care because of the pandemic, including new communication policies and staffing models.

Pediatric nurse certification opens more career doors than you might think

By Lisette Hilton

6 minute read

Pediatric nurse certification can give nurses the knowledge they require about the intricacies of caring for young patients and their special care needs.

Kids don't just grow out of their mental health issues

By Janice Petrella Lynch

7 minute read

One in five adolescents in the U.S. suffer from developmental, mental or behavioral health illnesses. Kids with mental health issues need comprehensive, consistent help. And pediatric nurse practitioners can provide it.

School nurse carries out duty to report child abuse suspicions

By Nancy Brent

5 minute read

There is no doubt that school nurses play a crucial role in assessing whether child abuse, neglect or maltreatment is taking place or has taken place.