Pediatric RN Jobs Overview
Could your career as a pediatric RN use a shake-up? We’re here to help. There are many positions available where you can treat patients from birth throughout adolescence, putting your detailed knowledge of child development into practice. You’ll find open pediatric RN jobs in hospitals, specialty care centers, public health clinics, and beyond.
Search for full-time, part-time, contract, temporary, or per diem RN pediatric jobs on Credenza to find the ones that most interest you. You can also check out related roles such as postpartum RN jobs and labor and delivery RN jobs.
Education and Certifications for Pediatric Registered Nurse Jobs
Your journey to become a pediatric RN begins with either an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) obtained from an accredited nursing program. Then you must pass the NCLEX-RN exam to receive your registered nurse license. It’s possible to be hired for entry-level pediatric RN positions — it’s not always necessary to have pediatric experience in order to work in this specialty area.
Once you have 1,800 pediatric clinical hours in the past two years or 3,000 pediatric clinical hours in the past five years, you may register for the Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) exam. Not only can this certification increase your skills, it can also give you an advantage when you’re job searching. Additional relevant certifications for this role include:
- Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN certification)
- Certified Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse (CPHON certification)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS)
- Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)
- S.T.A.B.L.E.
For more detail on what employers might be looking for in candidates, check out our sample pediatric RN job description template.
Pediatric RN Resume and Cover Letter
Tailoring your pediatric nurse resume to an individual job posting can help show an employer that your skills align with the requirements of the position. For example, if a posting mentions that the facility’s most common admitting diagnoses include asthma, RSV, and seizures, your resume should feature any experience you have treating patients with those conditions.
Use your cover letter to talk about the value that you’d bring to the team. You might write about how you’re known for establishing excellent rapport with patients and families, acting as a role model for younger nurses, or staying calm in emergency situations.
Interviewing for RN Pediatric Jobs
Job interviews can intimidate even the most experienced professionals. Want to take some of the weight off your shoulders? Take a look at our common pediatric nurse interview questions that can help you prepare and practice thoughtful responses.
It’s also helpful to review the employer’s website and take note of their values and mission statement. Refer to those values in your answers to show how you’d be a great fit for the job.
Salary for Pediatric Registered Nurse Jobs
The median salary for a pediatric RN is around $86,000 per year. Your level of education, years of experience, location, and facility can affect what you earn. Some of the highest-paying states for RNs include:
To get a better idea of how much you might make in your area, check out some of the current jobs on Credenza.
Explore Pediatric RN Jobs on Credenza
Take a look at the open pediatric RN positions to find one that works for you. Want more options? Review all the latest RN jobs available now in your area.
