Pediatric Nurse Job Description Template
The Pediatric Nurse will provide care for infants, children and adolescents up to the age of 21 years old. They will work in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics, doctor’s offices and home health agencies. The Pediatric Nurse will be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation of care for their patients. They will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care for their patients. The Pediatric Nurse must have excellent communication skills as they will be educating families on various aspects of child health.
Pediatric Nurse Job Responsibilities
- Assess and document patient health status
- Perform physical exams and diagnostic tests
- Administer medications and treatments
- Provide education and support to patients and families
- Coordinate with other members of the healthcare team
Objectives
- To provide comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients.
- To promote the health and wellbeing of pediatric patients through preventative measures and early detection and intervention of health problems.
- To collaborate with other members of the healthcare team to ensure that each child receives the best possible care.
- To educate families about their child’s condition, treatment plan, and expected outcomes.
- To advocate for the unique needs of pediatric patients and their families.
Pediatric Nurse Job Skills & Qualifications Needed
- A pediatric nurse must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). They must also have a minimum of six months' experience working with children in a clinical setting.