Pediatric Nurses Week - The Perfect Time to Say Thank You!
We're proud to recognize the work of Pediatric nurses - a special group, who care for young patients at their most vulnerable.
Every year, we take a week in October to celebrate a special subset of the healthcare community - pediatric nurses!
1 - When our children are at their most vulnerable, these individuals provide comfort and compassionate care.
Hospitalization can be scary for anyone, particularly for a child who is already sick or in pain. Pediatric nurses know
how to put children at ease while healing their bodies.
2 - Pediatric nurses take the time to comfort families and educate them on current situations and ongoing health and treatment plans.
A child’s illness or injury is difficult on parents and loved ones as well. The uncertainty of health emergencies can be
debilitating, and pediatric nurses understand this. They strive to explain diagnoses to parents and educate them on next
steps.
This week - October 3-7 - take a minute to thank the pediatric nurses in your life! If you’re looking for special ways
to express your gratitude, check out the
Society of Pediatric Nurses’ ideas for making this week a
celebration. Remember to use #ProudPediatricNurse on a Facebook or Twitter post to enter their contest.
- Hold celebration raffles and give out prizes
- Create "Why I Chose Peds" posters to hang in your hospital
- Incorporate a fun theme for the week
- Activities for the kids like face painting, scavenger hunts
- Games for patients and their families
- Host a potluck, staff breakfast or ice cream social
A message from Jessica A., Traveling Pediatric ICU RN
Travel nursing is really a dream come true! Being able to combine my passions of helping sick children and traveling the
country is such a blessing. I wouldn't be able to do it without the guidance of my recruiter, Mallory. She is always
there for me with advice and as an advocate. I always feel like I am her top priority. It really is exceptional to work
with her!
Last Modified On: Oct 03, 2022
The next stop on your traveler journey awaits.
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