Pediatric Nurse Salary
The median US national Licensed Practical Nurse salary is $76,348 as of 2023. The national pay ranges from the highest 10% of RNs making $119,000 and the lowest 10% making $40,000. Our salary data for Labor and Delivery Nurses is consolidated from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and ZipRecruiter salary data.
In specialized pediatric settings, such as pediatric intensive care units (PICUs), nurses often earn more due to the higher level of expertise required. Salaries can also vary widely depending on the state or metropolitan area in which the nurse works, with states like California, Massachusetts, and Hawaii offering some of the highest salaries for nurses overall due to higher demand and cost of living.
In addition to the base salary, pediatric nurses working in hospitals may receive shift differentials for working nights, weekends, or holidays, further increasing their earnings potential.
How Much Do Pediatric Nurses Make Per Hour?
The median national wage for Labor and Delivery nurses is $37 per hour in the US according to ZipRecruiter salary data.
What does a Pediatric nurse do?
Pediatric nurse practitioners play a diverse and crucial role in healthcare settings. Their responsibilities typically include:
Patient assessment and diagnosis: Conducting thorough physical exams and obtaining detailed medical histories to diagnose health conditions in children
Treatment planning: Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, which may include prescribing medications, therapies, and lifestyle modifications
Patient and family education: Providing education on disease prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, and managing chronic conditions to both patients and their families
Preventive care: Performing routine check-ups, vaccinations, and screenings to prevent illness and maintain health
Coordination of care: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and continuous patient care
Health promotion: Engaging in community health initiatives and wellness programs to promote public health among children
Want to learn how to become a pediatric nurse? Read our full how-to guide.
