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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Part of the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, the area’s only NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center and one of only 41 in the nation, our Pediatric Hematology / Oncology Program is a Full Member of the Children’s Oncology Group, offering eligible patients participation in state of the art clinical trials.
The Division of Pediatric, Adolescent and Young Adult Hematology and Oncology is currently seeking a clinical nurse to provide comprehensive care. Responsibilities include:
- assessment of physical and psychosocial needs
- patient education
- administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and blood products, along with other infusion therapies
- evaluation of the patient's response to interventions, implements appropriate changes and assists in symptom management, coordination of internal and external resources
- triage unexpected patient visits and facilitate communication between all members of the healthcare team.
Nursing Benefits
- Nationally recognized nurse wellbeing resources
- Comprehensive health benefit plans
- Generous paid time off and flex scheduling options
- Retirement plans with match
- Tuition assistance to advance your education
- Systemwide referral bonus program—up to $6,000 for each RN and up to $4,000 for each LPN that joins MedStar Health
- Relocation assistance up to $5,000
Qualifications
- ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required. If prepared at the associate degree in nursing level required to enroll in a BSN program within 12 months of hire date and completion within 4 years of hire date.
- At least one to two years of pediatric RN experience required.
- Pediatric oncology experience preferred.
- Active DC RN License and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required (AHA or American Red Cross).
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy certification required within 90 days of hire.
- APHON oncology certification preferred.
- Ambulatory care experience preferred.
- Excellent phlebotomy skills required.
Part of the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, the area’s only NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center and one of only 41 in the nation, our Pediatric Hematology / Oncology Program is a Full Member of the Children’s Oncology Group, offering eligible patients participation in state of the art clinical trials.
The Division of Pediatric, Adolescent and Young Adult Hematology and Oncology is currently seeking a clinical nurse to provide comprehensive care. Responsibilities include:
- assessment of physical and psychosocial needs
- patient education
- administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and blood products, along with other infusion therapies
- evaluation of the patient's response to interventions, implements appropriate changes and assists in symptom management, coordination of internal and external resources
- triage unexpected patient visits and facilitate communication between all members of the healthcare team.
Nursing Benefits
- Nationally recognized nurse wellbeing resources
- Comprehensive health benefit plans
- Generous paid time off and flex scheduling options
- Retirement plans with match
- Tuition assistance to advance your education
- Systemwide referral bonus program—up to $6,000 for each RN and up to $4,000 for each LPN that joins MedStar Health
- Relocation assistance up to $5,000
Qualifications
- ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required. If prepared at the associate degree in nursing level required to enroll in a BSN program within 12 months of hire date and completion within 4 years of hire date.
- At least one to two years of pediatric RN experience required.
- Pediatric oncology experience preferred.
- Active DC RN License and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required (AHA or American Red Cross).
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy certification required within 90 days of hire.
- APHON oncology certification preferred.
- Ambulatory care experience preferred.
- Excellent phlebotomy skills required.
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Who's Hiring
- Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health279A
- Care Options For Kids161C
- Pediatric Home Service104P
- American Traveler96A
- Aveanna Healthcare70A
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services89
- Insurance44
- Education19
- Investment & Asset Management10
- Technology & Software2
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 Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health, Care Options For Kids, and Pediatric Home Service, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 10% of pediatric registered nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 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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