Pediatric and Neonatal Nursing
Paediatric and neonatal nurses care for patients from their first breath through adolescence. Their work demands specialist clinical skills, close partnership with families and a deep understanding of how children grow and develop.
The Pediatric and Neonatal Nursing session at Nursing Science 2027 is a meeting point for nurses working in neonatal units, children's wards, community child health and school nursing. It links naturally with midwifery and women's health, since the health of mothers and newborns is closely connected.
Key Topics in Pediatric and Neonatal Nursing
- Neonatal intensive care and care of preterm infants
- Family-centred and developmental care
- Breastfeeding support and infant nutrition
- Paediatric pain assessment and management
- Childhood immunisation and preventive care
- Care of children with chronic and complex conditions
- Paediatric emergency and critical care
- Child and adolescent mental health
- Safeguarding and child protection
- Transition from paediatric to adult services
Recent Advances in Pediatric and Neonatal Nursing
Neonatal care is moving towards zero-separation models, where parents stay with their baby and take an active role in care. Skin-to-skin contact, family-integrated care and developmental positioning are improving growth and bonding for preterm infants. Many of these babies begin life after high-risk pregnancies managed in gynecology and obstetrics nursing.
In children's services, nurses are responding to rising rates of anxiety and depression in young people, an area explored further in psychiatric and mental health nursing. Rapid recognition of sepsis and deterioration in children also remains a key focus in acute care, critical care and emergency nursing.
Who Should Attend the Pediatric and Neonatal Nursing Session
- Neonatal and NICU nurses
- Paediatric ward and paediatric intensive care nurses
- School nurses and health visitors
- Paediatric nurse practitioners
- Neonatal and paediatric nurse educators
- Nursing students interested in child health
Why Present Your Research in Pediatric and Neonatal Nursing
Nursing Science 2027 lets you share child health research with nurses from many countries and care systems. You can compare approaches to family-centred care and connect with colleagues in community and public health nursing who support children beyond the hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this session cover school nursing and community child health?
Yes. Research on child health in schools, homes and community settings is welcome.
Can I present a neonatal case study?
Yes. Case studies that offer clear learning for neonatal or paediatric practice are welcome.
When and where is Nursing Science 2027?
The conference takes place from 17 to 19 May 2027 at Delta Hotels Heathrow Windsor, London, UK.