Practice for AACN CCRN (Pediatric) Exam

The CCRN (Pediatric) is a prestigious specialty certification for nurses who provide direct care to acutely and critically ill pediatric patients. This certification is tailored for nurses working in various high-intensity environments such as intensive care units, cardiac care units, trauma units, or critical care transport/flight settings. The Direct Care Eligibility Pathway is specifically designed for these nurses, ensuring they meet the stringent requirements necessary to achieve this credential.

Key Features of the CCRN (Pediatric) Certification:
Specialty Focus:

The CCRN (Pediatric) certification recognizes nurses who specialize in the care of acutely/critically ill pediatric patients.
It validates the nurse's expertise in managing complex pediatric health conditions in high-stress environments.
Work Environments:

Nurses eligible for this certification may work in various settings, including:Intensive Care Units (ICUs)
Cardiac Care Units (CCUs)
Trauma Units
Critical Care Transport or Flight Units
Eligibility Requirements:
Clinical Practice Hours:

Location: Must be completed in a U.S.-based or Canada-based facility, or in a facility determined to be comparable to the U.S. standard of acute/critical care nursing practice.
Direct Care: Hours must be actively spent providing direct care to acutely/critically ill pediatric patients. This includes supervising nurses or nursing students at the bedside if working as a manager, educator, preceptor, or APRN.
Focus: The majority of practice hours must be focused on critically ill pediatric patients.
Verification: Clinical practice hours must be verifiable by your clinical supervisor or a professional colleague (RN or physician). Contact information for verification must be provided and may be used if selected for audit.
Eligible Hours Verification:

Supervisor or Colleague: Your clinical hours must be confirmed by your clinical supervisor or a professional colleague.
Audit: Be prepared to provide contact information for verification as part of the eligibility requirements.