This handout provides a clear, easy-to-share overview of the (Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator) PECC role, what PECCs do, why they matter, and how they improve pediatric outcomes in the ED. It outlines core responsibilities, recommended staffing structures, and the national organizations that endorse the role. Use this resource to introduce PECCs to your team, support leadership engagement, and guide early conversations about establishing or strengthening PECC roles in your department.
