Course Description

2 Hrs Pediatric & Neonatal Nursing Essentials – Illinois Nursing CE

✅ Approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
✅ Provider Number: 236.000249
✅ Only $19.99 | No added or extra fees
✅ 100% Online & Self-Paced | Instant Certificate

Build confidence in caring for infants and children with this 2-hour Pediatric & Neonatal Nursing Essentials CE course for Illinois nurses. It’s 100% online and self-paced, so you can log in and out anytime without losing your place and finish on your schedule. You’ll receive an instant certificate of completion (download + email) as soon as you finish.

✅ Log in/out anytime without losing progress
✅ Instant certificate (download + email)
✅ Money-back guarantee
✅ Trusted provider for 10+ years
✅ Support by phone or text: 1-800-698-2770

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Who Should Take This Course?

✅ Registered Nurses (RN)
✅ Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)
✅ Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
✅ Nurses working in pediatrics, postpartum, NICU support, family practice, ER/urgent care, school health, and community settings
✅ Any nurse who wants a stronger foundation in pediatric assessment, newborn essentials, and family-centered care

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Illinois Nursing CE & Renewal — What to Know

✅ This course provides 2 hours of Illinois Nursing CE and is commonly used as elective credit toward renewal requirements.
✅ Illinois nursing CE is commonly handled through certificate retention and renewal attestation, so keep your certificate for your records in case of audit.
✅ If reporting is required for your license type, we report completions within 24 hours. If reporting is not required, you keep your certificate for your renewal records.

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How to Renew Your Illinois Nursing License (Step-by-Step)

✅ Step 1: Confirm your license type (RN, LPN, APRN) and renewal/expiration date
✅ Step 2: Confirm how many total CE hours you need for this renewal cycle
✅ Step 3: Complete any required-topic training that applies to you
✅ Step 4: Complete elective CE hours — including this 2-hour Pediatric & Neonatal course
✅ Step 5: Finish the course online (self-paced; log in/out anytime)
✅ Step 6: Download your instant certificate (also emailed) and save it for your records
✅ Step 7: Renew through the standard Illinois renewal process and attest to CE completion as required

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What You’ll Learn — Course Outline (2 Hours)

Hour 1: Pediatric Nursing Essentials

✅ Subtopic A: Growth & Development Basics
Key milestones and why developmental stage matters for assessment, communication, and care planning.

✅ Subtopic B: Pediatric Assessment and Age-Appropriate Vital Signs
Practical pediatric assessment tips, normal vs. concerning findings, and clear documentation basics.

✅ Subtopic C: Recognizing Common Pediatric Conditions
Common pediatric presentations and red flags that require escalation or urgent intervention.

✅ Subtopic D: Pediatric Medication Safety and Weight-Based Dosing Basics
Medication safety steps for dosing checks, administration, and preventing common pediatric errors.

✅ Subtopic E: Family-Centered Care and Communication
Communication strategies that support caregivers while maintaining professionalism and patient safety.

✅ Subtopic F: Preventive Care and Patient Education for Families
Prevention-focused education, follow-up expectations, and care coordination basics.

Hour 2: Neonatal Essentials and Newborn Care Priorities

✅ Subtopic A: Newborn Assessment and Early Warning Signs
Assessment priorities and how to recognize concerning signs that require rapid action.

✅ Subtopic B: Thermoregulation and Safe Sleep Fundamentals
Temperature stability basics and key education points that support safer newborn outcomes.

✅ Subtopic C: Feeding Support and Common Newborn Challenges
Breastfeeding/bottle-feeding support basics and common feeding-related concerns.

✅ Subtopic D: Jaundice and Other Common Neonatal Concerns
Typical vs. urgent patterns, documentation priorities, and when to escalate.

✅ Subtopic E: Pain, Comfort, and Non-Pharmacologic Support in Infants
Comfort measures and nursing strategies that support safe infant care.

✅ Subtopic F: Documentation, Safety, and Case Scenarios
Real-world scenarios to reinforce safety practices, documentation habits, and clinical decision-making.

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Why Choose 1st Choice CE?

✅ Approved provider for Illinois Nursing CE
✅ Only $19.99 — no added or extra fees
✅ 100% online and self-paced
✅ Log in/out anytime without losing progress
✅ Instant certificate upon completion (download + email)
✅ Reporting within 24 hours when required
✅ Money-back guarantee
✅ Trusted provider for 10+ years
✅ Support by phone or text: 1-800-698-2770

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FAQ

Is this course approved for Illinois Nursing CE?
✅ Yes. This course is approved through an IDFPR-approved provider (Provider Number: 236.000249).

How many hours is this course?
✅ 2 hours (120 minutes).

Is this course 100% online and self-paced?
✅ Yes. You can complete it anytime from any device.

Can I log in and out without losing my progress?
✅ Yes. Your progress is saved automatically.

Do I get a certificate right away?
✅ Yes. Your certificate is available instantly after completion (download + email).

Do you report CE credits to Illinois?
✅ If reporting is required for your license type, we report completions within 24 hours. If reporting is not required, you keep your certificate for your renewal records.

Does this course count toward Illinois nursing renewal requirements?
✅ Yes. It provides 2 hours of Illinois Nursing CE and is commonly used as elective credit toward your renewal total.

What topics are covered?
✅ Pediatric assessment, growth and development basics, common pediatric conditions and red flags, medication safety and dosing basics, family-centered communication, newborn assessment, thermoregulation, feeding support, jaundice basics, infant comfort strategies, and documentation-focused case scenarios.

Are there any extra fees at checkout?
✅ No. $19.99 with no added or extra fees.

What if I need help while taking the course?
✅ Call or text 1-800-698-2770.

Is there a refund policy?
✅ Yes. You’re covered by our money-back guarantee.

Course Details

• IDFPR Approved Renewal - Provider #236.000249.
• 2 Credit Hours.
• Instant Access - Online Course.
• Study At Your Own Pace. Anytime.
• On Any Device. Phone, Tablet, or Computer.
• Hassle Free Navigation. Easy to Follow.
• Certificate emailed immediately upon completion.
• 1-800-698-2770 for any questions.