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How much do pediatric nurse assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for pediatric nurse assistant in the United States is $37,838.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31,500.00 and $41,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pediatric nurse assistant?

As a pediatric nurse assistant, you work with children in a healthcare setting, such as a clinic or hospital, assisting nurses and physicians as they provide care to patients. In a clinic setting, your duties include taking and recording patients’ vitals, obtaining necessary information, and preparing children for exams with a pediatrician. If you work in a hospital, you may help children recovering from illness or surgery. Your responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting patients with daily tasks, and providing other types of support when needed. You also communicate with other medical staff about patient conditions and requests.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pediatric nurse assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pediatric Nurse Assistant, you need a basic understanding of pediatric care, strong observational skills, and completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) program, often with pediatric training. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), vital sign monitoring devices, and infection control protocols is typically required. Compassion, patience, and effective communication with children and their families are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of young patients while supporting the healthcare team.

What are the most common challenges pediatric nurse assistants face when supporting children and families in a healthcare setting?

Pediatric Nurse Assistants often encounter challenges such as communicating effectively with young patients who may be scared or unable to express their needs clearly. Supporting anxious families and helping them understand procedures can also be demanding. Additionally, adapting care techniques for different developmental stages and working in fast-paced environments requires patience, empathy, and strong teamwork with nurses and doctors. These challenges are balanced by the rewarding experience of making a positive impact on children's health and well-being.

What is the difference between Pediatric Nurse Assistant vs Pediatric Medical Assistant?

AspectPediatric Nurse AssistantPediatric Medical Assistant
CertificationsCPR, Basic Life Support, Pediatric Nurse Assistant CertificationCPR, Basic Life Support, Medical Assistant Certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, pediatric wardsDoctor's offices, clinics, outpatient settings
Job DutiesAssist nurses, monitor vital signs, patient careAssist physicians, prepare exam rooms, administrative tasks

The Pediatric Nurse Assistant primarily focuses on direct patient care and supporting nursing staff in pediatric settings, requiring specific pediatric-related certifications. In contrast, the Pediatric Medical Assistant often handles administrative and clinical tasks in outpatient environments. Both roles are vital in pediatric healthcare but differ in responsibilities and work settings.

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Infographic showing various Pediatric Nurse Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,838 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

CNA / Medical Assistant - Pediatric Nurse Technician

Lancaster, PA • On-site

Pediatric Specialty Care
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees
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$19.75 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Salary
$19.75 - $24.00 / hour
Overview
CNA / Medical Assistant - Pediatric Nurse Technician
Pediatric Specialty Care at Lancaster | Lancaster, PA
Full & Part-time | 12-hour day and night shifts
Are you a CNA, Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Direct Support Professional, or experienced caregiver looking for work where you can build lasting relationships with the children you support?
Pediatric Specialty Care at Lancaster is hiring Nurse Technicians to provide hands-on care and daily support to medically fragile children in a warm, home-like residential setting. CNA or Medical Assistant certification is preferred, but it is not required. We welcome candidates with relevant healthcare, caregiving, pediatric, disability-support, or personal-care experience who are ready to learn.
Available 12-hour shifts
  • Day shift: 7:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
  • Night shift: 7:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m.
More Than a Traditional CNA Role
Pediatric Specialty Care at Lancaster is a 34-bed residential care facility supporting children with complex medical, developmental, and daily-living needs. As a Nurse Technician, you will work alongside nurses, respiratory therapists, therapy professionals, and other members of the care team. You will get to know the children you support, understand their individual routines and abilities, and help create a safe, engaging environment where they can grow and participate in everyday life.
This may be a strong next step if you have worked as a:
  • Certified Nursing Assistant or Nursing Assistant
  • Medical Assistant
  • Patient Care Technician
  • Direct Support Professional
  • Home Health Aide or Personal Care Aide
  • Pediatric caregiver
  • Behavioral-health or developmental-disability support professional
  • Childcare professional with hands-on healthcare or personal-care experience
Compensation and Benefits
  • $19.75 - $24.00 per hour
  • 12-hour shifts
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off and holiday benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee recognition and rewards program
  • Training and professional-development opportunities
Build Your Healthcare Career Close to Home
Pediatric Specialty Care at Lancaster is located at 120 Rider Avenue in Lancaster, PA, offering a convenient opportunity for CNAs, Medical Assistants, Patient Care Technicians, Direct Support Professionals, and caregivers throughout Lancaster, Millersville, Willow Street, East Petersburg, Landisville, Mountville, Columbia, Lititz, Manheim, Strasburg, Mount Joy, Elizabethtown, and surrounding Lancaster County communities.
Bring your caregiving experience to a pediatric setting where consistency, patience, teamwork, and attentive care matter every day. Apply today to learn more about becoming a Nurse Technician with Pediatric Specialty Care at Lancaster.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do As a Pediatric Nurse Technician (CNA/Medical Assistant)
  • Assist children with bathing, dressing, toileting, positioning, mobility, and other activities of daily living
  • Support safe transfers using beds, wheelchairs, lifts, and other assistive equipment
  • Help prepare children for meals and provide feeding assistance according to individual care plans
  • Obtain vital signs and perform additional clinical support duties after training and competency validation
  • Assist with range-of-motion activities and ostomy care within the position's approved scope
  • Observe children closely and promptly report changes in condition to the supervising nurse
  • Document care, meals, activities, and other required information in the medical record
  • Support activities that promote physical, emotional, developmental, and social well-being
  • Help maintain a clean, organized, comfortable, and age-appropriate living environment
  • Collaborate with nursing, therapy, respiratory, activities, and other team members
  • Assist with transportation and accompany children to appointments when assigned

Qualifications
Qualifications to be a Pediatric Nurse Technician:
Required:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification
  • Current, valid driver's license
  • Patience, empathy, flexibility, and an interest in supporting children with a range of medical and developmental needs
  • Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 35 pounds as required by the position
  • This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Preferred-but not required:
  • Nursing Assistant/CNA certification
  • Medical Assistant certification
  • Experience in healthcare, pediatric care, home care, direct support, personal care, or a related setting

EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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