Sergio Said:

How much does a pediatric nurse make in first years work?

We Answered:

Any field of nursing is a good... you'll always have job security, anywhere in the world! The city in which you work determines how much you make as a nurse. For example, you'll make less in a city that is less populated & where living expenses are less. You can make anywhere from $35K to $65K+ depending on where you live & how much overtime you put in. You can obtain a RN license in 2 years or BSN license in 4 years. You can also obtain a master's in nursing & become a nurse practioner and even have your own practice or become a nurse anesthetist. I have a nurse anesthetist friend who made over $150K last year. Nursing isn't a profession you get into for the money, though. People who get into this area of practice for money get burnt out quickly & make bad nurses. Being a nurse is arduous, takes dedication, & is challenging on so many levels but definitely worth it! Good luck! =]

Bobby Said:

Are there many PAEDIATRIC nurse jobs available?

We Answered:

Absolutely yes!

Vivian Said:

If you are trained as a pediatric nurse can you work as an adult nurse?

We Answered:

In US nursing schools, you are trained in a wide variety of areas, including taking care of all patient populations such as geriatric, adult, peds, and newborn. You will have classes and clinical rotations exposing you to all of these.

When you have your license as an RN you are qualified to work in any job posted for an RN. While some might prefer experience working in that specialty area to reduce training burdens, in this day and age of the nursing shortage, most are willing to train you in as a new graduate or as a RN with experience in other areas.

For every job you get, even if you have past experience, there is always an orientation period where the facility spends a great amount of time on education, working 1:1 with a preceptor for a number of weeks, etc. You never just jump into a job and start working.

Good luck!

Clyde Said:

when do i get to learn about pediatric nursing?

We Answered:

Pediatrics will be one of the ares you will study.You cannot specialize while you are in school. After you graduate you can apply for a job in the area you want.

Roberta Said:

I want to be a pediatric nurse. What jobs can I do while im in college to gain experience?

We Answered:

You can be a phlebotomist (taking blood and other pathology). I did this while I was studying nursing and learned so much.

Bertha Said:

Becoming an RN and the different areas of nursing?

We Answered:

The RN programs include classes on gero, pediatrics, ob/gyn, etc.

You will be able to do the work you are talking about after getting your RN.

I would suggest you get into a BSN program, not an ADN program. You will be more in demand and it will be easier to continue your education later.

Audrey Said:

do u need qualifications to become a pediatric nursing assistant?

We Answered:

You need to get your CNA license, Check out your local community colleges to see if they have a certified nurses aide course, which usually takes from 1-4 months (in my state it requires 90 hours of coursework and clinical experience). Then you take your licensing exam to get you certificate. Then just be lucky enough to get hired in a pediatric hospital. The vast majority of nursing assistants do not work with pediatric patients. They work with the elderly; you will likely never see a patient who isn't a senior during your CNA clinical.

Having your CPR or BLS, currently being in nursing school, or having some sort of child care experience may help make you look like a better applicant.