Pediatric Nurse
Delivers specialized nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents across acute and chronic conditions.
Career Overview
Growth Outlook: HighPediatric Nurses conduct age-specific assessments, medication dosing, immunization, developmental monitoring, feeding support, procedural assistance, and family counselling. They manage congenital disorders, respiratory illnesses, neurological problems, infections, trauma, and postoperative recovery unique to pediatric patients. Emotional support, communication with families, and safety-focused care are core components.
Top Skills
- Pediatric assessment
- Medication safety
- Family communication
- Developmental care
Education Pathway
- 12th Science
- BSc Nursing
- MSc Pediatric Nursing
Suggested UG Degrees
- BSc Nursing
PG / Advancement Options
- Pediatric Nursing Specializations
Also Known As
- Child Health Nurse
- Pediatric Ward Nurse