Recognized as a center of excellence for children with critical illnesses and complex, chronic conditions, the University of Maryland Hospital for Children combines state-of-the-art medicine with family-centered care. With highly trained medical professionals, well-funded research, and a special pharmacy and pediatric emergency room, we can provide the very best care. It makes this the ideal place for any pediatric nursing professional.
- Pediatric Intensive and Intermediate Care Unit – our 10-bed PICU provides state-of-the-art multidisciplinary critical care for children with life-threatening medical or surgical conditions; the 14-bed PIMCU serves patients with special needs or who require close monitoring
- Pediatric Cath Lab – provides interventional catheterization such as PDA closure, valvotomy and arterial stents and ASD Amplatzer Device closure, as well as radio frequency catheter ablation for arrhythmias
With procedures, equipment, rooms and care especially suited to children, our team and facility address the needs of the whole patient and his or her family. No matter what pediatric nursing specialty you are interested in, you won't find a more satisfying environment in which to learn and grow.
