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What steps to take to be a pediatric nurse practitioner?
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Richard’s Answer
After high school it takes about 4 years of university to become a registered nurse.
After time spent working as a nurse, one can apply to nurse practioner school, which takes an about 2-3 years.
After time spent working as a nurse, one can apply to nurse practioner school, which takes an about 2-3 years.
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Sachin’s Answer
Hello!
Here are some of the qualities needed to be a good pediatrician:
- Listening skills, which are needed to obtain medical histories from parents, as well as decipher a child's explanation of their symptoms and ailments.
- Excellent communication skills, to explain a diagnosis and procedures to parents (and in many cases, children and adolescents).
- Patience and a good attitude, to deal well with children who are often apprehensive when visiting a doctor.
- Is highly observant, and able to recognize subtle changes in a patient's condition to know when it's time to act accordingly. This quality also helps a doctor solve complex diagnostic problems.
- A compassionate nature, as both parents and children are in need of reassurance and empathy during examinations and treatments.
- Demonstrates easy accessibility, as emergencies often occur with younger patients. Pediatricians are often on-call, answer questions from panicked parents, and admit children into the hospital, when necessary.
Source: http://doctorly.org/how-to-become-a-pediatrician/
Hope this is helpful!