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Beyond the bedside: Building career pathways to strengthen pediatric nursing
Jessica L Peck1, Tomika S Harris2, Kathleen Schoemer3
1Institute of Pediatric Nursing, Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, 2101 Gaither Road, #150, Rockville, MD 20850, United States of America; Louise Herrington School of Nursing, Baylor University, 333 North Washington Avenue, Dallas, TX 75246, United States of America.
Journal of Pediatric Nursing
|November 25, 2025
Summary
Pediatric nursing is a vital specialty. This article explores 22 career pathways to develop future leaders and enhance the influence of pediatric nursing within healthcare.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nursing
- Healthcare Leadership
- Nursing Specialties
Background:
- Pediatric nursing is a critical component of the healthcare system.
- Nurses in this specialty manage complex physical, developmental, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs of children.
- Care is delivered within a family-centered, evidence-based, and holistic framework.
Purpose of the Study:
- To emphasize the significance of pediatric nursing as a distinct healthcare specialty.
- To investigate various career progression opportunities within pediatric nursing.
- To inspire the development of future leaders in the field.
Main Methods:
- The Institute of Pediatric Nursing (IPN), a committee of the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB), convened national thought leaders.
- Discussions and resource sharing focused on communicating the value of pediatric nursing, developing leaders, and promoting career longevity.
- An IPN workgroup identified 22 potential professional pathways for advanced roles.
Main Results:
- The Institute of Pediatric Nursing (IPN) developed strategies to support the pediatric nursing profession.
- 22 potential professional pathways were identified for pediatric nurses.
- These pathways offer advanced roles both at the bedside and in other capacities.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric nursing is essential, requiring experts skilled in comprehensive child health care.
- Pediatric nurses provide holistic, family-centered, and evidence-based care.
- Beyond bedside roles, pediatric nurses are crucial in addressing evolving child and community health needs.
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