Pediatric Registered Nurse Jobs
Pediatric Registered Nurse jobs are open across children's hospitals, pediatric outpatient clinics, and health systems, at every level from new-grad to senior and charge nurse, with specializations in pediatric oncology, neonatal care, and PICU. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Salary
RN: $44 - $46 / per hour
LPN: $33 - $36 / per hour
Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to assume responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care. The LPN or RN demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services.
Current Need: Weekday/Weekend Overnights
- Scheduling: Overnight Shifts
- Age Group: Pediatric (Please ask for further info regarding age range)
- Patient Need: G-tube/Trach/Vent
- Location: Woodbridge, Manassas
Responsibilities
- Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
- Assess signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient’s condition.
- Collects, analyzes, and interprets data and information from health care members and documents actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses.
- Documents the patient’s plan of care using identified nursing diagnoses, expected patient outcomes, and selected nursing interventions.
- Performs interventions according to identified priorities, plan of care, and the hospital policies and patient care outcome standard.
- Revises the plan of care according to evaluation, changes in medical plan of care, and effective/ineffective nursing interventions.
- Uses clinical judgment in evaluation activities to meet patient care needs of an assigned unit/floor including establishing priorities.
- Other LPN/RN duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Current LPN/RN License for the state in which the nurse practices.
- Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.
- Current BLS card.
- One year prior LPN experience preferred.
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status
Maxim Benefits:
Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security:
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary
RN: $44 - $46 / per hour
LPN: $33 - $36 / per hour
Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to assume responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care. The LPN or RN demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services.
Current Need: Weekday/Weekend Overnights
- Scheduling: Overnight Shifts
- Age Group: Pediatric (Please ask for further info regarding age range)
- Patient Need: G-tube/Trach/Vent
- Location: Woodbridge, Manassas
Responsibilities
- Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
- Assess signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient’s condition.
- Collects, analyzes, and interprets data and information from health care members and documents actual and/or potential nursing diagnoses.
- Documents the patient’s plan of care using identified nursing diagnoses, expected patient outcomes, and selected nursing interventions.
- Performs interventions according to identified priorities, plan of care, and the hospital policies and patient care outcome standard.
- Revises the plan of care according to evaluation, changes in medical plan of care, and effective/ineffective nursing interventions.
- Uses clinical judgment in evaluation activities to meet patient care needs of an assigned unit/floor including establishing priorities.
- Other LPN/RN duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Current LPN/RN License for the state in which the nurse practices.
- Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.
- Current BLS card.
- One year prior LPN experience preferred.
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status
Maxim Benefits:
Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security:
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Maxim Healthcare27
- BAYADA Home Health Care26
- Ascension12
- Atrium Health9
- Banner Health9
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services235
- Insurance29
- Education20
- Non-Profit & Social Services6
- Consulting & Professional Services3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pediatric registered nurse jobs.
- Active RN license in the state of employment or compact licensure
- Current PALS certification required at time of hire or within 90 days
- Minimum one to two years of pediatric or acute care nursing experience
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred or required for Magnet-status facilities
- Proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong family-centered care communication skills with pediatric patients and caregivers
Tips for Your Pediatric Registered Nurse Job Search
Tailor your resume to the unit
Hiring managers at children's hospitals scan for unit-specific experience fast. If you're applying to a PICU role, lead with vent management and vasoactive drips. For general pediatrics, front-load age-range experience and family-centered care. Generic nursing resumes don't convert.
List certifications above your experience
PALS, CPN, and any specialty certifications carry real weight in pediatric RN screening. Put them near the top of your resume, not buried in a footer. Recruiters filtering by certification miss candidates who tuck credentials at the bottom.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists pediatric registered nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by acuity level
Children's hospitals post separately for NICU, PICU, CICU, and general peds floors. Applying to the wrong acuity tier wastes time. Read the required experience closely and only apply where your patient population and tech exposure actually align with what they list.
Prepare clinical scenario answers in advance
Pediatric interviews lean heavily on behavioral and scenario-based questions, not theory. Practice answering deteriorating-patient scenarios, family communication challenges, and charge-nurse delegation situations out loud before your panel interview.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Night and weekend differentials in pediatric nursing can add up significantly over a year. During the offer stage, ask for the full compensation breakdown including differentials, float pool premiums, and on-call pay before accepting or declining.
Pediatric Registered Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most pediatric registered nurses?
The companies hiring the most pediatric registered nurses right now include Maxim Healthcare, BAYADA Home Health Care, and Ascension, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Children's hospital systems and large integrated health networks tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many pediatric registered nurse jobs are remote?
About 0% of pediatric registered nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of bedside care. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or telehealth options include pediatric case management, care coordination, utilization review, and pediatric telephone triage nursing roles.
How do you become a pediatric registered nurse?
You become a pediatric registered nurse by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN licensure exam, and gaining clinical experience in a pediatric setting. After working in a pediatric unit, you can pursue the Certified Pediatric Nurse credential through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board to formalize your specialty expertise.
How do you get hired as a pediatric registered nurse with little experience?
New graduates get into pediatric nursing most often through new-grad residency programs at children's hospitals, which are designed specifically for RNs without specialty experience. Applying with pediatric clinical rotation hours on your resume, obtaining PALS before your interviews, and targeting community pediatric clinics or outpatient settings as entry points all improve your chances when inpatient competition is high.
What does the pediatric registered nurse interview process look like?
Most pediatric RN interviews include a phone or video screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with the nurse manager and charge nurses on the unit. Expect clinical scenario questions about pediatric deterioration, family communication, and prioritization under high patient ratios. Some facilities add a unit tour or a skills assessment before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to pediatric registered nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to pediatric registered nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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