CPEN
Medical abbreviation · Healthcare Credential
| Stands for | Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
CPEN stands for Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse, a healthcare credential abbreviation.
Certification for nurses who care for children in emergency settings, developed jointly by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing and the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board.
Example: Children's ED staff nurse, BSN, RN, CPEN.
Usage notes
Recommended experience includes pediatric emergency work, though it is not required. Content covers pediatric trauma, respiratory emergencies, child maltreatment and resuscitation. Holders often also maintain PALS and ENPC courses.
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