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Learn more about the open positions on the PNCB Board and IPN committee

Volunteer with PNCB

More than 500 certified pediatric nursing professionals volunteer their time, expertise, and enthusiasm for our programs!

See current and future opportunities to get involved below. Check back often and watch your inbox for volunteer calls or share your interest in volunteering in this brief online form. Volunteers are valued at PNCB!

 

External Item Writing

PNCB’s call-for-applications is currently closed. Learn more here about this opportunity for a future call or let us know now that you’re interested in item writing via our volunteer survey!

 

Become a CPN Champion

Apply Now! Are you a Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) who encourages colleagues to seek certification? Apply to become a CPN Champion and receive special gear, materials, and a recertification benefit.

For more information, see the Fact Sheet. For questions about this program, email volunteer@pncb.org. Ready to apply? Submit your application.

Is a Champion already at your workplace? Send us a message to find out. Large employers (500+ eligible RNs) can have a maximum of 5 Champions on staff.

 

Exam & Module Volunteer Role Descriptions

A variety of volunteers support PNCB services. Learn more about tasks, time commitment, expertise level, and benefits for each type of volunteer below. Then when we post opportunities here, you’ll know what’s involved and can apply.

 

Current Committees 

Our Board of Directors appoints pediatric nurse practitioners, pediatricians, pharmacologists, and pediatric nursing experts to serve on various committees that support PNCB programs. Committee portal log-in coming soon.

  • Exam Committees: CPN, CPNP-PC, CPNP-AC, PMHS
  • Form Review Committees: CPN, CPNP-PC, CPNP-AC, PMHS
  • Pediatric Updates Committees: Acute Care, Pharmacology, Primary Care
  • Standard Setting Committees: CPN, CPNP-PC, CPNP-AC, PMHS

 

Pilot Testing

On-going: We occasionally need PNCB-certified volunteers to pilot test surveys and modules on a variety of topics. This feedback helps us put the final polish on projects before sharing them with a larger audience. To be added to our pool of available pilot testers, complete our online form.

 

The Institute of Pediatric Nursing

The Institute of Pediatric Nursing (IPN) is a standing committee of the PNCB that leverages collective expertise to optimize the health and well-being of children and families. Its mission is to promote a unified voice for pediatric nursing. The IPN offers these resources and efforts to support your specialty:

Faces of Certification

PNCB-certified nursing professionals work in a variety of roles and settings throughout the US and beyond. Share your photo today!

Karen Capusan, CPNP-PC Northwell Health New Hyde Park, NY
Jesse Kay, CPN, CPNP-AC Children's Hospital Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
Tyler Simpson, CPNP-PC, CPN Arkansas Children's Hospital Little Rock, AR
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