Affiliation:
1. Louise Herrington School of Nursing
Abstract
This thematic article addresses expert opinion on the role of the Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in the United States of America. The publication highlights the historical context, the specific scope of advanced practice for pediatric nurses, the paths to Pediatric Nurse Practitioner certification, the education, accreditation, and licensing system, as well as the practice of this professional and its current challenges. The text offers insights into the multifaceted nature of the role, showing the diversity of clinical, educational and research activities involved, to improve understanding of the contributions made by Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in providing quality care to children in the North American healthcare system.
Publisher
Sociedade Brasileira de Enfermeiros Pediatras