Pediatric Vascular Access RN
Boston, Massachusetts
Boston Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Pediatric IV Therapy Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel/Contract

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Specialty: Registered Nurse - Pediatric IV Therapy / Vascular Access Team
Employment Type: Travel/Contract

Job Description

• Must have ultrasound-guided IV placement and vein finder experience.
• Experience on a pediatric vascular access team is required.
• Pediatric Vascular Access (VAS) experience required, including areas such as Hematology/Oncology (HemeOnc), ICU, and care for pediatric to adult populations.
• IV placement skills are essential.
• Weekend shifts are required.
• First-time travelers are accepted.
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week.
• Day/Night rotation with 12-hour shifts.
• Shift start times: 7 AM, 11 AM, 7 PM.
• Shift rotations include:

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

Required Experience and Certifications

• Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty (Pediatric IV Therapy / Vascular Access).
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Additional Preferred/Required Certifications (depending on unit):

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – required for certain pediatric intensive care units if assignment extends beyond 13 weeks.
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – required for most clinical/allied positions.
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – preferred for NICU.
  • CHEMO certification – required for Oncology.
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) – required for Labor & Delivery.
• Professional certification verification must be completed within 30 days prior to start.
• State RN license verification required within 30 days prior to start.

Schedule and 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 allowed on all units except OR (provided) and SPT (any color, not provided).
• Parking: Discounted day passes and free parking for night shifts.

Additional Requirements

• Proof of name change documentation if applicable.
• Background checks including 10-year criminal history, nationwide and state-specific sanctions, and exclusions.
• Massachusetts CORI release required within 60 days of start.
• Various facility-specific health and safety requirements including:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start.
  • Immunizations: Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Flu vaccine (seasonal), COVID-19 vaccine or approved exemptions.
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within required timeframes.
  • Drug screening (9-panel) within last 12 months (not required for advanced practice nurses).
  • Respiratory safety clearance (RespSafety) required for all travelers.
• Two professional references from two of the last three employers.
• Employment application with 10-year work history and explanation for gaps over 30 days.
• Skills checklist specific to scope of practice within one year prior to start.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required. First-time travelers are accepted.

Summary

This is a travel/contract Pediatric IV Therapy RN position requiring at least 2 years of pediatric vascular access experience, including ultrasound-guided IV placement. The role involves working in a high-acuity, Magnet-designated acute care hospital with NICU Level III/IV and Trauma Level I designations. The position requires weekend availability, 12-hour rotating shifts, and multiple certifications including BLS and PALS. Comprehensive background checks, immunizations, and health screenings are mandatory prior to start.

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