Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
1922 Pediatric Nursing
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Pediatric nurses provide healthcare to infants, children, and adolescents through age appropriate assessment and treatment. They educate families, monitor growth, and provide developmental care.
Core Skills
- pediatric patient assessment
- developmental stage adaptation
- weight based medication dosing
- caregiver education
- pediatric vital sign monitoring
- immunization support
- chronic childhood condition management
- pediatric emergency response
- growth and development tracking
Civilian Software & Tools
- Apache Spark
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Epic Systems
- Google Docs
- Henry Schein Dentrix
- Kronos Workforce Timekeeper
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Access
Civilian Career Paths
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Emergency Medicine
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Registered Nurse (RN) License
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider
- Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN)
Career Growth
- Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN)
- Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP)
- Certified Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse (CPHON®)
Also Common
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider
What the Work Involves
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Provide health care, first aid, immunizations, or assistance in convalescence or rehabilitation in locations such as schools, hospitals, or industry.
Related Occupations
- Family Medicine Physicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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