Be a Pediatric Nurse for a Day!
Inspiring Future Caregivers Through a Unique, Hands-On Health Care Experience
Has your child ever wondered what it’s like to work in healthcare?
Pediatric Nurse for a Day at Providence Swedish First Hill campus gives both kids and teens the opportunity to step into the shoes of a pediatric nurse.
Through a variety of interactive activities, they’ll develop new skills, gain a deeper appreciation for the world of nursing and proudly take home their commemorative diploma.
Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
Submission deadline: Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Location: Providence Swedish Orthopedic Institute Conference Room (601 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122)
Time:
- Ages 5-12: 9-11 a.m.
- Ages 13-18: 12-2 p.m.
At Pediatric Nurse for a Day, your child will learn some of the daily responsibilities through a variety of age-appropriate interactive activities, including:
- Emergency room station: Gain hands-on experience with stethoscopes and other medical tools
- Healthy habits station: Learn essential hygiene techniques for a safe hospital setting
- Simulated lab experience: Develop lab procedure skills by testing pretend samples
- Teddy bear/mannequin clinic: Practice critical care procedures, such as CPR and how to wrap bandages
Pediatric Nurse for a Day Schedule of Events:
Morning session: Ages 5-12
- 9 a.m. - Welcome and introduction of Jennifer Underhill, Providence Swedish Nursing Manager, Pediatrics
- 9:30 a.m. - Take part in a rotation of hands-on activity stations
- 10:30 a.m. - Participate in the diploma ceremony
Afternoon session: Ages 13-18
- 12 p.m. - Welcome and introduction of Jennifer Underhill, Providence Swedish Nursing Manager, Pediatrics
- 12:30 p.m. - Take part in a rotation of hands-on activity stations
- 1:30 p.m. - Participate in the diploma ceremony
How to Enter
Limited spots available. Submit your child’s form today! A total of 50 participants will be selected from the submissions:
- 25 children (ages 5-12) for the morning session
- 25 teens (ages 13-18) for the afternoon session
Each participant needs to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Anyone between the ages of 5-18 years old that’s interested in entering should fill out the entry form with their parent or guardian’s permission and assistance if needed.
Entries must be received through the official form no later than 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. An entry doesn’t guarantee a spot at the event.
Chosen participants will be notified by email on April 11, 2025, with further instructions.
Questions?
For questions or media inquiries about our Pediatric Nurse for a Day event, please contact providence@feareygroup.com.