Pediatric Nursing Certification Review e-Course

Presented by Nurse Builders

Sponsored by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Department of Clinical & Organizational Development

Purpose

To allow eligible nurses to prepare for and successfully obtain specialty certification in pediatric nursing.

Course Format

This is an e-course. Learning time is approximately 11 hours. Registrants will have until October 31, 2020 to complete the e-course.

Course Overview

The CPN & RN-BC review course provides a comprehensive and up-to-date review of pediatric nursing care based on the pediatric nursing certification (CPN & RN-BC) exam content outlines. Participants receive information that will not only promote certification exam success but will also enhance clinical nursing practice.

Course Objectives

Review and discuss pediatric nursing certification exam content based on the CPN & RN-BC certification exam content outlines.

Attain information to support and enhance pediatric nursing practice.

Course Outline

• Exam Overview and Test Taking Techniques
• Growth and Developmental Assessment
• Developmental Milestones
• Health Promotion, Screening, and Prevention
• Immunizations
• Infectious Diseases
• Immune System Dysfunction
• Renal/Genitourinary Conditions and Fluid & Electrolyte Balance
• Dermatologic Conditions
• Hematologic Conditions
• Oncologic Conditions
• Gastrointestinal Conditions
• Respiratory Conditions
• Neurologic Conditions
• Endocrine/Metabolic Conditions
• Behavioral/Mental Health Conditions
• Cardiovascular Conditions
• Musculoskeletal Conditions
• Professional Responsibilities

Requirements to Apply for the CPN Exam

The nurse must hold a current, active, unrestricted, registered nurse (RN) license in the US at the time of application.

• Documentation of 1800 hours of pediatric clinical practice within the past 24 month period as an RN in a pediatric nursing specialty.
  • This experience must have taken place in a US facility.
  • Pediatric nursing experience includes direct patient care, teaching, administration, clinical research, or consultation in pediatric nursing.

Registration Process

You must register for this course online. Registration will open on Monday, June 15, 2020 at 9 a.m.

No refunds or cancellations.

For Further Information

Please contact us at cpn@luriechildrens.org for further information.