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Children Nurse
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A children's nurse works with children of all ages who are suffering from many different illnesses and conditions, supporting the family as well as the child
As a children's nurse (or paediatric nurse) you'll play a key role in assessing the nursing needs of the child, taking into account their medical, social, cultural and family circumstances.
Being able to communicate appropriately is vital for this role and you'll need to show empathy and sensitivity when speaking with the children and their parents or carers. If you're working with young children, you'll also need to interpret their behaviour and reactions to assess them fully, as they won't be able to explain how they're feeling.
You can deliver care in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, homes and in the community and will be part of a team made up of doctors, healthcare assistants, play staff, psychologists and social workers.
As a children's nurse, you'll need to:
In more senior roles, you may need to:
Private nursing offers a range of salaries, and employment can be found in settings such as private hospitals, nursing homes and in patients' own homes.
Income figures are intended as a guide only.
Your standard working hours in the NHS will be 37.5 hours a week. There is usually the possibility to work some overtime. Shift work is common in hospitals and working patterns typically include unsocial hours, but there may be scope for working more regular hours depending on your role.
Part-time, term-time and job-share arrangements have become more common, and career breaks can often be taken. Freelance and agency nursing is a possibility.
Help patients overcome challenges. Deliver complex care with compassion
To work as a nurse in the UK, you must be registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC). You need to have completed an accepted pre-registration nursing programme in order to register, and these are only run at NMC approved educational institutions (AEIs).
Pre-registration degrees are offered in four branches:
Half of the programme is based in clinical practice, giving you direct experience of working with patients and families. You could be based within a variety of settings including hospitals, the community, patients' homes and independent organisations. Details of all approved programmes can be found at NMC Approved Programmes .
You may be able to get accreditation of prior experiential learning (APEL) if you have a degree in another health-related subject or other practice-based learning. Relevant subjects include life and medical sciences, social work and psychology. This may shorten courses to two to three years but you should check with the individual institution.
From September 2020, all pre-registration nursing students can receive funding support of at least £5,000 per year. There is up to £3,000 further funding available for eligible students. You don't have to pay it back and are still able to access funding for tuition and maintenance loans from the Student Loans Company. For more information, see Health Careers .
Nursing degree apprenticeships have recently been developed and these offer a more flexible route to becoming a nurse. You'll work for an NHS employer as a nursing degree apprentice and will be released for part-time study at a university. Training will also take place in a range of practice settings. See the NHS nursing degree apprenticeship factsheet for more information.
Degree apprenticeships typically take four years to complete and the cost will be covered by your employer. You may be able to do it in a shorter length of time if you have APEL.
Although not essential, pre-entry experience is valuable as it provides you with an insight into the profession and shows universities and NHS Trusts that you understand what the career involves.
Voluntary work for your local NHS Trust or St John Ambulance is useful, as is experience working as a healthcare assistant. Experience of care work or other work with children is also useful.
Many children's nurses work in NHS hospitals. Other settings where you could find work include:
As in other branches of nursing, some of the care is delivered in the community. Depending on the illness, some sick children are cared for at home by their families with the support of a community nursing team. It's possible to be based totally in the community with a specialism such as cystic fibrosis, diabetes or asthma.
You could also check the websites of medical charities and private healthcare companies. There are many specialist nursing agencies, such as Pulse , that recruit for both permanent and temporary positions. For a searchable directory of agencies, see the Nursing Agencies List .
You must be registered with the NMC in order to practice as a nurse in the UK. This registration has to be renewed every three years and to do this you need to show you've met revalidation requirements within that time. The requirements include:
CPD participatory learning must involve interaction with at least one other professional (in either a physical or virtual environment) and can include attending conferences, workshops or relevant training courses and events. Find out more at NMC Revalidation .
It's possible for you to take courses of differing lengths in a number of specialist areas. Some in-service training programmes last for up to a year. For more details, see Royal College of Nursing - Professional Development .
Career development is structured and with experience you could progress through roles such as senior staff nurse (or charge nurse), ward sister and senior ward manager. Management of a ward may lead on to managing a clinical unit and, in the future, to executive posts within a trust. As you become more senior, you can expect to have less hands-on nursing responsibility.
There are opportunities to specialise in a range of hospital and community areas, which can include:
You could also work towards becoming a nurse consultant where you'd spend at least half of your time working directly with patients. The remaining time would be spent on developing personal practice, being involved in research and contributing to the education, training and development of other nurses.
As with other branches of nursing, there are opportunities to progress your career in teaching, research or in a community-based role, for instance as a school nurse or health visitor.
Outside the NHS, you could work in private healthcare, social services, voluntary organisations, charities or in health services overseas. Nursing qualifications are usually transferable abroad - more information can be found about this at Nursing & Midwifery Council: Working Outside the UK .
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When you think of a nurse, you might imagine the person who leads you into a room when you go to see your doctor. They take your vital signs, such as your blood pressure and body temperature , and ask questions about your symptoms and overall health. But there are dozens of types of nurses, each with a unique role or area of expertise.
There are also several paths to becoming a nurse. Many nurses start by getting either an Associate of Science in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Some go on to pursue graduate degrees or certifications in specialized areas of medicine.
Nurses are categorized by a variety of factors, including:
For an overview of some nursing specialties, read on to learn about 25 types of nurses that work with different groups in a variety of settings.
1. Pediatric registered nurse. Pediatric nurses work in the pediatric department of hospitals or in pediatricians’ offices. They care for infants, children, and adolescents with a range of medical needs.
2. NICU nurse. NICU nurses work in the neonatal intensive care unit of a hospital. They care for newborns and premature infants.
3. Labor and delivery nurse. These nurses work directly with women throughout the birthing process. They perform many important tasks, including administering epidurals or other medications, timing contractions, and showing new mothers how to do everything from changing a diaper to feeding a baby.
4. PICU nurse. PICU nurses work in the pediatric intensive care unit caring for babies, children, and teens with a variety of serious medical conditions. They administer medicine, track vital signs , and provide support to ill children and their families.
5. Perinatal nurse. Perinatal nurses are specially trained nurses who work with women through pregnancy, birth, and the first months of their infants’ lives. They focus on encouraging healthy pregnancies and supporting new families.
6. Lactation consultant. Lactation consultants are nurses who are trained to teach new mothers how to breastfeed their babies. They also help them overcome any issues, such as pain or poor latching, that might make breastfeeding difficult.
7. Neonatal nurse. Neonatal nurses work with newborns during their first weeks of life.
8. Developmental disability nurse. Developmental disability nurses work to assist children and adults with disabilities, such as Down syndrome or autism . Some provide home care, while others work in schools or other settings.
9. Certified nurse midwife. Nurse midwives provide prenatal care to pregnant women. They may also assist in the birthing process and provide care for newborns.
10. Pediatric endocrinology nurse. Pediatric endocrinology nurses help children with a variety of endocrine disorders, including diabetes and thyroid disorders . They often work with children and teenagers with delayed physical and mental development.
11. Infection control nurse. An infection control nurse specializes in preventing the spread of dangerous viruses and bacteria. This often involves educating healthcare providers and communities about ways to stop the spread of infection.
12. Forensic nurse. Forensic nurses are trained to work with crime victims. This includes performing a physical examination and collecting forensic evidence for criminal cases.
13. Emergency room nurse. Emergency room nurses handle a variety of medical problems, from sprained ankles to severe traumas. They treat diverse groups of people across all ages and help with intake and emergency care.
14. Operating room nurse. Operating room nurses help people before, during, and after surgery. In addition to assisting surgeons, they inform people and their families about postsurgical care.
15. Telemetry nurse. Telemetry nurses treat critical care people who require constant medical monitoring. They’re certified to use advanced technology, such as electrocardiogram machines.
16. Oncology nurse. Oncology nurses work with people with cancer or those being screened for cancer. They help administer medications and treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation , to people of all ages.
17. Cardiovascular nurse. Cardiovascular nurses work with people who have heart and blood vessel disorders. They often monitor people in the intensive care unit following a heart attack and work closely with cardiologists.
18. Dialysis nurse. Dialysis nurses work with patients who have kidney failure . They build relationships with patients undergoing regular dialysis treatments to provide support and education.
19. Psychiatric nurse. Psychiatric nurses are trained to treat people with a variety of mental health problems. They help administer medication and provide crisis intervention when needed.
20. Pain management nurse. Pain management nurses help people who have either acute or chronic pain . They work with people to develop strategies for managing daily pain and improving their quality of life.
21. School nurse. School nurses work at public and private schools to provide a range of medical care for children and teenagers. In addition to treating injuries and illnesses, they also help students manage ongoing conditions, such as diabetes, and administer medication.
22. Refugee nurse. Refugee nurses operate around the world with organizations, such as the United Nations and Doctors Without Borders . They provide medical and psychological treatment to refugee families and immigrant communities.
23. Military nurse. Military nurses work with current and former service members in military clinics around the world. Commissioned military nurses may provide treatment for active service members in war zones.
24. Prison nurse. Prison nurses provide medical care for inmates. This may include treating injuries, providing prenatal care, or managing chronic illnesses.
25. Public health nurse. Public health nurses often work in research-based positions or with vulnerable communities to develop advancements in medical care.
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Last medically reviewed on May 21, 2018
