Pediatric Registered Nurse Jobs in Florida
Pediatric Registered Nurse jobs in Florida are among the most active in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, children's specialty hospitals, and outpatient pediatric clinics, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior staff nurse. The heaviest hiring is in Orlando, Miami, and Tampa, where employers like AdventHealth, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, and Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital maintain a consistent presence. The most in-demand specialties include pediatric ICU, neonatal intensive care, and pediatric emergency nursing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Schedule: Dayshift VFT 3x12s
Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
On-site pharmacy and discounted health services
Wellness incentives—earn up to $500/year
Financial Security
Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match
Group life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance at no cost
Time Away & Family Support
Nearly five weeks of PTO—including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members
Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring
Learning & Career Growth
“Preferred Education Program”: earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out‑of‑pocket costs
Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year)
Full career development resources: coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training
Extra Perks
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services
Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more
Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in downtown Orlando features a dedicated respiratory care and pediatric pulmonary program that treats infants, children, and young adults with breathing and sleep disorders.
- Pediatric Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Center: Provides treatment for chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Treated Conditions: Includes asthma, cystic fibrosis, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, apnea of prematurity, chronic respiratory insufficiency, ventilator dependency, and congenital lung malformations.
- Care Units: Respiratory therapists operate across critical and emergency areas, including the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU), Special Care Unit, and Pediatric Emergency Department.
- Diagnostic & Therapeutic Support: Services feature pulmonary function testing, non-invasive/invasive ventilation support, and arterial blood gas analysis
Essential Functions
- Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
- Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
- Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
- Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
- Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and medical condition.
- Demonstrates expertise in medical gas administration, environmental control systems, humidification, medication delivery, invasive and non-invasive ventilatory support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Provides care for patients in non-critical care, intermediate care, and intensive care units.
- Has advanced clinical skills and job responsibilities as described in the RRT Clinical Ladder program, including but not limited to preceptor, mentor, educator, and clinical specialist. Completes all unit/department required invasive procedure check offs. Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Instructs clinical practicum students.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provides the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
- Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted).
- Advance Critical Care training as defined on Orlando Health’s Respiratory Clinical Ladder.
- Basic computer/mechanical training required.
Licensure/Certification
- Maintains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). RRTs registered on or after July 1, 2002, must maintain an active status with the (NBRC) and be updated every five years. RRTs credentialed prior to July 1, 2002, are not required to renew every five years in accordance with the NBRC.
- Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
- Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site.
- preferred: Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Florida Association for Respiratory Care (FSRC).
Schedule: Dayshift VFT 3x12s
Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work
Health & Wellness
Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
On-site pharmacy and discounted health services
Wellness incentives—earn up to $500/year
Financial Security
Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match
Group life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance at no cost
Time Away & Family Support
Nearly five weeks of PTO—including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members
Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring
Learning & Career Growth
“Preferred Education Program”: earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out‑of‑pocket costs
Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year)
Full career development resources: coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training
Extra Perks
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services
Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more
Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in downtown Orlando features a dedicated respiratory care and pediatric pulmonary program that treats infants, children, and young adults with breathing and sleep disorders.
- Pediatric Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Center: Provides treatment for chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
- Treated Conditions: Includes asthma, cystic fibrosis, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, apnea of prematurity, chronic respiratory insufficiency, ventilator dependency, and congenital lung malformations.
- Care Units: Respiratory therapists operate across critical and emergency areas, including the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU), Special Care Unit, and Pediatric Emergency Department.
- Diagnostic & Therapeutic Support: Services feature pulmonary function testing, non-invasive/invasive ventilation support, and arterial blood gas analysis
Essential Functions
- Demonstrates competency in respiratory therapeutics and in the use of non-invasive ventilators, pulmonary diagnostics, and other equipment required for the provision of respiratory care.
- Maintains accurate and precise documentation.
- Demonstrates a strong power of analytical reasoning and effectively blends patient care management skills with technical expertise.
- Communicates openly and effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
- Demonstrates proficiency in quality control and maintenance of arterial blood gas analyzers, specimen collection, and analysis of blood for gas transport and acid/base determination.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient’s age and medical condition.
- Demonstrates expertise in medical gas administration, environmental control systems, humidification, medication delivery, invasive and non-invasive ventilatory support, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Provides care for patients in non-critical care, intermediate care, and intensive care units.
- Has advanced clinical skills and job responsibilities as described in the RRT Clinical Ladder program, including but not limited to preceptor, mentor, educator, and clinical specialist. Completes all unit/department required invasive procedure check offs. Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Instructs clinical practicum students.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate for the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and provides the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
- Associate of Science in Respiratory Care or Cardiopulmonary Sciences. (If licensed prior to December 31, 1987, a certificate of completion from an approved Respiratory Care program will be accepted).
- Advance Critical Care training as defined on Orlando Health’s Respiratory Clinical Ladder.
- Basic computer/mechanical training required.
Licensure/Certification
- Maintains license as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by the State of Florida Department of Health.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). RRTs registered on or after July 1, 2002, must maintain an active status with the (NBRC) and be updated every five years. RRTs credentialed prior to July 1, 2002, are not required to renew every five years in accordance with the NBRC.
- Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
- Advanced Life Support as appropriate per unit and site.
- preferred: Maintains active membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and Florida Association for Respiratory Care (FSRC).
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Pediatric Registered Nurse Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health48
- Care Options For Kids34
- Home Heart Florida16
- AdventHealth Orlando7
- Wolfson Children's Hospital6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pediatric registered nurse jobs across Florida.
- Active Florida registered nurse license issued by the Florida Board of Nursing
- Current BLS certification and pediatric advanced life support certification required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred by most Florida hospital systems
- Minimum one to two years of pediatric or acute care nursing experience for most roles
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong assessment skills specific to pediatric and neonatal patient populations
Pediatric Registered Nurse Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pediatric registered nurse in Florida?
You become a pediatric registered nurse in Florida by earning an Associate Degree in Nursing or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and obtaining an active license from the Florida Board of Nursing. Florida participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states may practice in Florida without a separate state license. After licensure, most pediatric roles require clinical experience in a pediatric or neonatal setting.
How much do pediatric registered nurses make in Florida?
Pediatric registered nurses in Florida earn a median of about $84,190 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,970 for the lowest 10% to over $120,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pediatric registered nurses in Florida?
Employers hiring pediatric registered nurses in Florida right now include Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health, Care Options For Kids, and Home Heart Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's concentration of freestanding children's hospitals and large integrated health systems means consistent year-round openings across inpatient, outpatient, and specialty pediatric units throughout the state.
Which Florida cities have the most pediatric registered nurse jobs?
The cities with the most pediatric registered nurse openings in Florida are Orlando, Jacksonville, and Tampa. Orlando and Miami drive the highest volume due to their large children's hospitals and sprawling health system campuses, while Tampa's concentration of academic medical centers and pediatric specialty clinics sustains steady demand for nurses at all experience levels.
Are there remote pediatric registered nurse jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. Pediatric registered nursing is an inherently hands-on clinical role, and the vast majority of positions require on-site patient care. About 0% of pediatric registered nurse openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve pediatric case management, utilization review, or telephonic triage rather than direct bedside care.
How can I get hired as a pediatric registered nurse in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a nurse residency program, which most large Florida children's hospitals and health systems offer specifically for new graduates. AdventHealth, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, and Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital run structured residency programs that place new RNs into pediatric units with mentorship. Candidates who complete clinical rotations in pediatric settings during nursing school, hold a current BLS and PALS certification, and have an active Florida Board of Nursing license are consistently competitive for these programs.
Where can I find and apply to pediatric registered nurse jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to pediatric registered nurse jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across hospital systems, children's hospitals, and outpatient pediatric clinics. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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