Pediatric Vascular Access RN
Boston, MA
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract) - Boston, Massachusetts

Job Overview

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Location: Boston, MA
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Facility Type: Acute Care Facility
• Hospital Highlights:

  • Magnet designated
  • NICU Level III/IV
  • Trauma Level I
  • Total Staffed Beds: 485
  • Charting system: EPIC

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Shift Details

• Guaranteed 36 hours per week
• Day/Night rotation with 12-hour shifts
• Start times and rotations include:

  • 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
  • 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
  • 3:00 PM – 3:30 AM

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience
• Ultrasound-guided IV placement and vein finder experience required
• Experience on a pediatric vascular access team required (Pediatric VAS experience)
• Experience with pediatric to adult populations, including HemeOnc and ICU
• IV placement skills required
• First-time travelers accepted
• Weekend availability required

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or American Red Cross
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – Required for Cardiovascular Pediatric Intensive Care units if assignment extends beyond 13 weeks
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – Required for specific pediatric intensive care and emergency units
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Preferred for NICU, must have PALS or NRP
• Chemo certification – Required for Oncology
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) – Required for Labor & Delivery (AWHONN preferred)
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) – Required for Psych and Behavioral Health positions
• State License verification (MA)
• NURSYS verification (RN, LPN/LVN, AP)
• Professional certification verification relevant to position (e.g., ARRT for Radiology, NBRC for Respiratory Therapy)

Special Requirements

• Pediatric Vascular Access Team experience
• Ability to rotate between day and night shifts
• Weekend work required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year, cleared to work with no restrictions
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (Tdap after age 11, no declinations accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray (annual requirement)
• TB Questionnaire (within 30 days of start, required if past positive PPD)
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) – Proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer required
• Hepatitis B – Must meet one of the accepted documentation options (series + titer, declination, etc.)
• Varicella – Proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer required
• 9 Panel Drug Screen within last 12 months (not required for APN)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (deadline and documentation required)
• COVID-19 Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (highly preferred, not required)
• Respiratory Safety Clearance (RespSafety Agreement) required for all travelers

Background & Compliance

• 10-year criminal background check within 6 months prior to start date
• Massachusetts Statewide iCORI clearance within 6 months of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• Background checks must be started within 24 hours of booking
• Employment application with 10-year work history and explanation for gaps over 30 days
• Two professional references from two separate employers within last 3 places of employment
• Skills checklist specific to unit and scope of practice within 1 year prior to start

Additional Notes

• Locals accepted within 50 miles of facility
• Parking available with discounted rates and free parking for night shifts
• Scrub color: any solid color for all units except OR (provided) and SPT (any color, not provided)

This position is ideal for RNs with pediatric vascular access experience seeking a travel contract in a high-acuity, Magnet-designated pediatric hospital with NICU and trauma services.