Email Templates to Engage Leadership

These customizable email templates help emergency department staff engage leadership in Pediatric Readiness initiatives. Each template outlines key NPRP findings and provides a clear, respectful request to discuss readiness efforts, identify champions, and explore opportunities to strengthen pediatric emergency care.

Template 1: Expressing Interest and Exploring PECC Roles

Subject: Advancing Pediatric Readiness in Our ED

Copy:
Dear [ED Leadership Name],

I am reaching out to express my interest in helping strengthen pediatric emergency care within our department. The National Pediatric Readiness Project (NPRP), the largest national initiative assessing ED preparedness for children, has demonstrated that hospitals with higher Pediatric Readiness have four times lower mortality for critically ill and injured children and deliver higher-quality care across all pediatric presentations.

I would like to explore opportunities to advance our department’s Pediatric Readiness efforts, including the potential to serve as or support a Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator (PECC) role. I would appreciate the opportunity to meet and discuss how we can align with NPRP recommendations and identify practical next steps.

Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to the chance to connect.

Best regards,

[Your Name, Credentials]
[Your Title/Role]
[Your Contact Information]

Template 2: Focus on Strengthening Pediatric Readiness

Subject: Strengthening Pediatric Readiness in Our ED

Copy:
Dear [ED Leadership Name],

I am reaching out to express my interest in improving pediatric emergency care within our department. The National Pediatric Readiness Project (NPRP), the largest national assessment of ED preparedness for children, has shown that hospitals with higher Pediatric Readiness have four times lower mortality among critically ill and injured children and improved quality of care across all pediatric conditions.

Given these findings, I would appreciate the opportunity to meet and discuss how we can strengthen our department’s Pediatric Readiness using NPRP resources and evidence-based best practices. Please let me know a convenient time to connect.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Best regards,

[Your Name, Credentials]
[Your Title/Role]
[Your Contact Information]