how to become a pediatric oncology nurse practitioner
Step 1: Earn a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. An aspiring pediatric nurse practitioner must first earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Coursework includes basic nursing principles, biology, nutrition, chemistry, anatomy and psychology. Rotations through various clinical settings and departments, including pediatrics, are required.
Step 3: Work as a Registered Nurse in Pediatrics. Pediatric nurse practitioner programs often require applicants to have at least 1 year of professional nursing experience in pediatrics.