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

Job Opportunity: Pediatric IV Therapy Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Role: Pediatric IV Therapy RN on a vascular access team
• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Pediatric IV Therapy)
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in specialty (Pediatric Vascular Access, including Hematology-Oncology, ICU, or similar pediatric to adult populations)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (first-timers accepted)
• Weekend shifts required
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week
• Shift Length: 12 hours with rotating shifts:

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

Required Skills and Experience

• Valid RN license in Massachusetts
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of infusion experience, including infusion experience within the last year
• Experience working with pediatric, adult, and maternal-fetal patients
• Ultrasound-guided IV placement and vein finder experience
• IV placement skills
• Pediatric vascular access experience, including hematology/oncology and ICU settings
• Vascular access experience

Certifications and Licenses

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required if assignment is extended beyond 13 weeks (specific to cardiovascular pediatric intensive care units)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) recommended for pediatric intensive care and related units
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) preferred for NICU assignments
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., chemo certification for oncology)

Work Environment

• Acute Care Facility with Magnet status
• NICU Level III/IV and Trauma Level I
• Total staffed beds: 485
• Charting system: EPIC
• Scrub color: Any solid color on all units except OR (provided) and SPT (any color, not provided)

Additional Requirements

• Background checks including 10-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and Massachusetts statewide iCORI clearance
• Physical exam within 1 year, cleared to work with no restrictions
• Immunizations and health requirements including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) proof or titers
  • Hepatitis B documentation or declination
  • Varicella proof or titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption
  • COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption
• Drug screening (9-panel) within last 12 months (not required for APN)
• Respiratory safety clearance (RespSafety questionnaire) required for all travelers
• Two professional references from two separate employers within the last 3 places of employment
• Employment application with 10-year work history and explanation for gaps over 30 days
• Unit-specific skills checklist within 1 year prior to start

Scheduling and Shifts

• Rotating day/night shifts with start times at 7 AM, 11 AM, and 7 PM
• Weekend availability required

Notes

• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted with a rate differential
• First-time travel nurses accepted for this position
• Facility offers discounted parking and shuttle service for off-site parking; free parking for night shifts

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric IV therapy nurses seeking a travel contract in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment with a focus on vascular access and pediatric care.