What type of work does a pediatric nurse do?
A pediatric nurse is a registered nurse specializing in the care of children and infants. These nurses diagnose, treat and educate children and their parents after gathering medical histories and completing basic examinations.Education and TrainingTo become a pediatric nurse, one must already have a nursing degree or certificate. The usual path for a registered nurse is having on-the-job training in pediatrics. After training, you must take an examination to become a Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN).SkillsPediatric Nurses must have quick assessment skills and a desire to work with children who are sick or injured.