Welcome to PENS

The Pediatric Endocrinology Nursing Society (PENS) is committed to the development and advancement of nurses in the art and science of caring for children with endocrine disorders and diabetes.


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Advancing Endocrine and Diabetes Care


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PENS Online Courses

Click here to access the PENS Online Courses! Contact hours available.

2024 PENS National Conference

April 17-20, 2024
St. Louis Union Station Hotel
St. Louis, MO


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Networking Opportunity – PENS Pals

Have a question you’d like to bounce off a peer? Want to see how your PENS friends are doing? Join us in PENS Pals – an informal space to chat with one another, share resources, and ask questions.


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Available CE Opportunity

The Infant with Differences in Sexual Development (DSD): Ethical Issues

Presented by Terri Lipman, PhD, CRNP, FAAN

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PENS Online Courses

Access the PENS Online Courses! Contact hours available.


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Journal of Pediatric Nursing

The Journal of Pediatric Nursing provides original, peer-reviewed research that is based on the philosophy that pediatric nursing incorporates a family-centered approach.


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Recent PENS Announcements


PENS Call for Nominations – 2024 Election

Nominations are being sought for the following PENS offices: President-Elect (1) – The President-Elect will serve one year as President-Elect and then two years as President and one year as Immediate Past President on the Board of Directors (4-year commitment). Secretary (1) – The Secretary, in collaboration with the Board of Directors, shall record and distribute minutes and fulfill duties as delegated by the President and Board of Directors (2-year term). Director (1) – Directors, in collaboration with the Board of Directors, shall carry out responsibilities as delegated by the Board of Directors (2-year term). Nominating Committee (2) Nominating Committee …


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PENS Excellence in Nursing Awards – Submit Nominations by February 1, 2024

The following awards have been created by the PENS Board of Directors to honor our members. Please consider nominating yourself or another worthy individual to receive an award. Each award winner will receive a one-year membership in PENS and an award certificate for display. Members of the Board of Directors are not eligible for these awards. The Board of Directors will select the recipients. PENS Excellence in Clinical Practice PENS Excellence in Advanced Practice PENS Excellence in Education​ Submit the application materials to the PENS Executive Office via email to [email protected] or mail. The materials must be received annually by February 1. Click here​ for requirements …


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2024 PENS Call for Presentations & Advanced Practice Case Studies

Submission Deadline: October 1, 2023 Click here for more information and submission instructions.


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Advanced Practice in Endocrinology Nursing 1st Ed. 2019


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PENS Recognition Program

​PENS has established the AP Recognition program at the request of Nurses specializing in pediatric endocrinology.  ​Click here​ for more information.


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Membership Information

​Discover the benefits of belonging to the Pediatric Endocrinology Nursing Society: ​Active RN $125​ ​International Active RN $130​ Associate (non-RN)​ ​$100 ​Student $50​ Membership dues are not tax deductible as a charitable contribution. Membership dues may be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Please consult your tax advisor for information.​


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