Pediatric Readiness Studies
This curated collection brings together key studies and evidence that highlight the impact of pediatric readiness efforts, inform quality improvement initiatives, and support data-driven decision making. It is designed for clinicians, leaders, researchers, and policy partners working to strengthen systems of care for children.
This collection includes articles published by the National Pediatrics Readiness project.
Nurse Pediatric Competency, Certification, and Continuing Education: Impact on EDs' Pediatric Readiness
2025
· Henry Ford Health System,
· EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC),
· University of Texas at Austin,
· UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital,
· University of Utah
This article describes how nurses’ skills, certifications, and ongoing education in caring for children affect how well emergency departments (EDs) are prepared to treat pediatric …
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Measuring Pediatric Disaster Readiness of United States Emergency Departments
2026
· Boston Children's Hospital,
· UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital,
· University of California San Francisco,
· UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital,
· University of Utah
The article describes how ready emergency departments in the United States are to help children during disasters. The study looks at what hospitals have in …
Pediatric Readiness and Trauma Centers: History, Relevance, and Practical Application
2023
· UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital,
· University of Florida,
· University of Texas at Austin,
· UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital,
· Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
This journal article describes how trauma centers can better care for injured children by being more prepared for their needs. It explains the history of …